Brevoxyl gel 40g

Brevoxyl gel (4% benzoyl peroxide)

Made by Stiefel Laboratories Pte Ltd. 

Detailed:
BREVOXYL is a topical preparation containing benzoyl peroxide 4% w/w as the active ingredient in an aqueous base.

Pharmacological Properties
Benzoyl peroxide has sebostatic and keratolytic activity counteracting the hyperkeratinisa-tion and excessive sebum secretion associated with acne vulgaris. It has antibacterial activity against Propionibacterium acnes, the organism implicated in acne vulgaris.

Indications
BREVOXYL is indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris.

Directions For Use
Apply to the affected area once or twice daily. Frequency of use should be adjusted to obtain the desired clinical response. Washing with soap (such as ACNE-AID BAR) and water prior to application greatly enhances the efficacy of the preparation.

Contraindications
Patients with known hypersensitivity to benzoyl peroxide or to any other ingredients in the product should not use BREVOXYL.

Adverse Effects
In normal use, a mild burning sensation will probably be felt on first application and a moderate reddening and peeling of the skin will occur within a few days. During the first few weeks of treatment a sudden increase in peeling will occur in most patients; this is not harmful and will normally subside in a day or two if treatment is temporarily discontinued. If excessive skin irritation, redness or peeling occurs, discontinue use and consult your doctor as persistent inflammatory reactions can sometimes lead to hyperpigmentation.