Benzoyl Peroxide/Erythromycin Side Effects

Please note - some side effects for Benzoyl Peroxide/Erythromycin may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/ or 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088).

Side Effects of Benzoyl Peroxide/Erythromycin - for the Consumer

Benzoyl Peroxide/Erythromycin Gel

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Benzoyl Peroxide/Erythromycin Gel:

Dryness; feeling of warmth; hives; irritation; itching; peeling; redness; stinging; swelling of the skin.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; dizziness; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); excessive burning, itching, redness, or tenderness of the skin; extreme dryness; severe irritation; sloughing of the skin; swelling of the treated areas.

Side Effects by Body System

Dermatologic

Local effects are the most commonly reported adverse effects of benzoyl peroxide-erythromycin topical. Transient drying occurs most often, followed by erythema, pruritus, burning, tenderness, and desquamation. A single case of generalized urticarial reaction to erythromycin topical has been reported.

Local

Allergic sensitization to benzoyl peroxide has been reported to occur in 1% to 5% of patients.

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