ACNECIDE WASH 5% W/W GEL - 50G

Acnecide Wash 5% w/w Gel contains benzoyl peroxide and is used in the treatment of acne on the face, chest or back where the skin has a lot of blackheads, spots and pimples.

• Active ingredient: benzoyl peroxide 5% w/w (as hydrous benzoyl peroxide) in a cleansing gel
• Size: 50g tube
• How to use: for external use only. Use once or twice daily to cover the affected areas. Wet the area, wash your hands, place a small amount on your hands and wash the affected area, leaving it in contact with the skin for 1 to 5 minutes, then rinse thoroughly with water and dry. Wash your hands afterwards
• Sun exposure: avoid repeated exposure to sunlight or other UV light (e.g. sunbeds). If your skin is likely to be exposed to strong sunlight, use a suitable sunscreen and apply Acnecide Wash in the evening
• Do not use if: you are allergic to benzoyl peroxide or any of the other ingredients
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding: if you are pregnant, may be pregnant or are breastfeeding, do not use unless your doctor has told you that you can. Do not apply to the chest while breastfeeding
• Other medicines: do not use at the same time as other medicines with a peeling, irritant or drying effect; tell your doctor or pharmacist about any other medicines you use
• Cautions: avoid the eyes, mouth, angles of the nose and other very sensitive areas; if it gets into the eyes, rinse thoroughly with water. Do not apply to damaged skin, and take care on the neck and other sensitive areas
• Bleaching: may bleach or discolour hair and coloured or dyed fabrics
• Stop using: if your condition does not improve or gets worse, stop and consult your doctor or pharmacist. Stop straight away and seek advice if your skin becomes severely irritated, red or peeling, or your face swells. If swallowed, contact your doctor
• Other ingredients: acrylates copolymer, glycerol, carbomer 940, sodium C14-C16 olefin sulfonate, sodium hydroxide and purified water
• Safety: Always read the label and the patient information leaflet before use.