Brevoxyl 40g 4% cream 40gm
Prescription Required
Prescription Required
Wash and dry the skin before applying
Apply a thin film to cover the affected areas and rub gently
Do not cover with a bandage
This medicine is used in the treatment of mild to moderate acne (skin condition).
Patients using this medication may at times experience mild local irritation. If you experience this for a long period of time, consult your doctor immediately.
Pregnancy
Patients taking this medication may get unknown human fetal risk. Consult your healthcare provider for further information.
Lactation
The effect of this medication is undetermined in nursing females; consult your healthcare provider for further information.
Precautions
Take extra care when applying the product near the eye and mouth area, avoid any contact with eye and mouth.
This medicine should not be used in patients with history of regional enteritis (disease of small or large intestines), ulcerative colitis or antibiotic associated colitis (disease of large intestine).
Does this ointment help treat sunburns along with acne?
No, it does not. In fact you are strictly advised to avoid its application on sunburnt skin.
What is the most ideal time to apply this ointment?
You are advised to apply it at night, since the medicine is highly sensitive to sun and would result in redness and irritation.
How should the skin dryness-that usually follows benzoyl peroxide’s application, be dealt with?
To avoid dryness; drink plenty of water and fluids and rinse your face with tap water frequently.
What is the method of application of this ointment?
You are advised to wash your hands and the affected region thoroughly with tap water. Followed by application of the ointment over the affected area, using fingertips. Later, wash your hands with water to clean off the left over cream from your fingers.
If left overnight, will it cause any irritation or burning sensation?
Although you are safe to administer this medicine in this manner but if burning follows, discontinue this method and consult your doctor for an alternate way.
Disclaimer
Dawaai's intention is to make sure that it's consumers get information that is accurate, reviewed by an expert and error-free. However, the information mentioned here should not be used as a replacement for the advice of a qualified physician. The information given here is for informational purposes only, which may not cover all possible precautions, side effects, contraindications or drug interactions. Consult your doctor and discuss your queries related to any medicine or disease.
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