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Benzoyl Peroxide and Hydrocortisone
Pronunciation
U.S. Brand Names
Generic Available
Synonyms
Pharmacological Index
Use
Pregnancy Risk Factor
Adverse Reactions
Usual Dosage
Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions
Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment
Patient Information
Dosage Forms

Pronunciation
(BEN zoe il peer OKS ide & hye droe KOR ti sone)

U.S. Brand Names
Vanoxide-HC®

Generic Available

No


Synonyms
Hydrocortisone and Benzoyl Peroxide

Pharmacological Index

Topical Skin Product; Topical Skin Product, Acne


Use

Treatment of acne vulgaris and oily skin


Pregnancy Risk Factor

C


Adverse Reactions

See individual agents


Usual Dosage

Shake well; apply thin film 1-3 times/day, gently massage into skin


Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions

No information available to require special precautions


Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment

No effects or complications reported


Patient Information

See individual agents. Pregnancy precautions: Inform prescriber if you are or intend to be pregnant.


Dosage Forms

Lotion: Benzoyl peroxide 5% and hydrocortisone alcohol 0.5% (25 mL)


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