Desquam-X Wash
Dosage form: solution
Ingredients: BENZOYL PEROXIDE 5mg in 1g
Labeler: Ranbaxy Laboratories Inc.
NDC Code: 10631-278
Disclaimer: Most OTC drugs are not reviewed and approved by FDA, however they may be marketed if they comply with applicable regulations and policies. FDA has not evaluated whether this product complies.
DRUG FACTS
ACTIVE INGREDIENT
Benzoyl peroxide 5% or 10%
PURPOSE
acne cleanser treatment
USES
- for the treatment of acne
- clears acne pimples and allows skin to heal
- penetrates pores to clear most blackheads and whiteheads
- helps keep skin clear of new acne pimples, blackheads and whiteheads
WARNINGS
For external use only.
Do not use if you
- have very sensitive skin
- are sensitive to benzoyl peroxide or any of the inactive ingredients in this product
When using this product
- skin irritation and dryness is more likely to occur if you use another topical acne medication at the same time. If irritation occurs, only use one topical acne medication at a time.
- avoid unnecessary sun exposure and use a sunscreen
- avoid contact with the eyes, lips, and mouth
- avoid contact with hair and dyed fabrics, which may be bleached by this product
- skin irritation may occur, characterized by redness, burning, itching, peeling, or possibly swelling. Irritation may be reduced by using the product less frequently or in a lower concentration.
Stop use and ask a doctor if
- irritation becomes severe.
Keep out of reach of children
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).
DIRECTIONS
- shake well before use
- wash affected areas once or twice daily
- wet the skin areas to be treated prior to administration
- gently rub the acne cleanser into the skin for 10 to 20 seconds. Do not scrub the skin. Work into a full lather and rinse thoroughly, and then pat dry. If too much drying occurs, you may need to rinse the acne cleanser off sooner or use less often.
- because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two or three times daily if needed or as directed by a doctor
- if bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day
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Sensitivity Test for New User. Apply product sparingly to one or two small affected areas during the first 3 days. If no discomfort occurs follow the directions above.
OTHER INFORMATION
- store at 15º - 30º C (59º - 86º F)
- may bleach colored fabric
- avoid contact with eyes
INACTIVE INGREDIENTS
dioctyl sodium sulfosuccinate, EDTA, magnesium aluminum silicate, methylcellulose, sodium octoxynol-3 sulfonate, water.
QUESTIONS?
call 1-800-406-7984
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Ranbaxy Laboratories Inc.
Disclaimer: Every effort has been made to ensure that the information provided here is accurate, up-to-date, and complete, but no guarantee is made to that effect. Drug information contained herein may be time sensitive. This information has been compiled for use by healthcare practitioners and consumers in the United States. The absence of a warning for a given drug or drug combination in no way should be construed to indicate that the drug or drug combination is safe, effective or appropriate for any given patient. If you have questions about the drugs you are taking, check with your doctor, nurse or pharmacist.
