What are the ingredients in BenzaClin?

Each gram of BenzaClin Topical Gel contains, as dispensed, 10 mg (1%) clindamycin as phosphate and 50 mg (5%) benzoyl peroxide in a base of carbomer, sodium hydroxide, dioctyl sodium sulfosuccinate, and purified water.

Can you apply moisturizer after BenzaClin?

1 If you’re just beginning with your benzoyl peroxide treatment, start using moisturizer now, even before you notice any uncomfortable dryness. You may be able to stave off the worst of it. If you’ve already succumbed to benzoyl peroxide-induced dryness and flakiness, slather on moisturizer as often as necessary.

How do you reconstitute BenzaClin?

BenzaClin Topical Gel: Prior to dispensing, tap each vial until powder flows freely. Add 5 mL of purified water to each 25 gram vial or 10 mL of purified water to each 50 gram vial or jar with pump dispenser. Immediately shake to completely dissolve clindamycin.

Is BenzaClin refrigerated?

BenzaClin: Store unreconstituted product at room temperature of ≤25°C (≤77°F); do not freeze. Once reconstituted and dispensed, store at room temperature of ≤25°C (≤77°F) and use within 3 months. Duac: Prior to dispensing, store in refrigerator, between 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F); do not freeze.

How long should you use BenzaClin?

It may take up to 6 weeks to see a decrease in acne and up to 12 weeks to see the full benefit of the medication. Tell your doctor if your condition does not improve or if it worsens.

Do you wash off BenzaClin?

BenzaClin is usually applied twice daily, in the morning and evening. Avoid getting BenzaClin in your eyes, mouth, or nose (or in the creases of your nose), or on your lips. If it does get into any of these areas, wash with water.

Does BenzaClin work right away?

Just like all acne medications, BenzaClin takes time to work. You may notice that your acne seems worse for a few weeks after beginning treatment. This is normal, so don’t stop using your medication. Stick with treatment for eight to 12 weeks, because it can take that long to notice an improvement.

Does BenzaClin work on cystic acne?

Topical acne medications like azelaic acid (Finacea, Azelex), dapsone (Aczone), benzoyl peroxide (BPO) combined with clindamycin (BenzaClin, Duac), BPO and erythromycin (Benzamycin), or BPO and adapalene (Epiduo), would generally not be effective until the deeper cystic acne component is under sustained control.

How do you use BenzaClin?

1. Benzaclin®: Apply a thin layer to the affected area(s) of the skin two times a day (morning and evening).
2. Duac®: Apply a thin layer to the affected area(s) of the face once a day, in the evening, or as directed by your doctor.

Can I use expired BenzaClin?

Discard any unused product after 2 months. The expiration date will be applied to the medicine container by your pharmacist. BenzaClin Gel can be stored at room temperature up to 25 degrees C (77 degrees F) for up to 3 months. Do not freeze.

Can I use PanOxyl 10 everyday?

PanOxyl’s Daily Control Acne Creamy Wash is ideal for daily use on acne-prone skin and can be used two to three times a day. It has a 4% concentration of Benzoyl peroxide which kills acne-causing bacteria on contact and helps shed dead skin cells fast.

How long should I use BenzaClin?

What is the chemical formula for BenzaClin topical gel?

BenzaClin Topical Gel also contains benzoyl peroxide, for topical use. Chemically, benzoyl peroxide is (C 14 H 10O4). It has the following structural formula: Benzoyl peroxide has a molecular weight of 242.23. Each gram of BenzaClin Topical Gel

Are there any serious side effects to BenzaClin?

Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects: diarrhea that is watery or bloody. Less serious Benzaclin side effects may include: redness or other irritation. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur.

How often should BenzaClin be applied to the face?

BenzaClin Topical Gel (~2g) was applied topically to the face and back twice daily for four and a half (4.5) days. Quantifiable (>LOQ=1ng/mL) clindamycin plasma concentrations were obtained in six of thirteen subjects (46.2%) on Day 1 and twelve of thirteen subjects (92.3%) on Day 5. Peak plasma concentrations (C max

How does BenzaClin gel and clindamycin work?

Benzaclin Gel. This combination medication is used to treat a certain type of acne (inflammatory acne vulgaris). It helps to decrease the number of acne pimples. Clindamycin is an antibiotic that stops the growth of acne-causing bacteria.