Benzoyl peroxide / hydrocortisone topical Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 1, 2023.
Benzoyl peroxide / hydrocortisone topical is also known as: Bencort, Vanoxide-HC
Benzoyl peroxide / hydrocortisone topical Pregnancy Warnings
Benzoyl peroxide-hydrocortisone has been assigned to pregnancy category C by the FDA. Animal studies have not been reported. There are no controlled data in human pregnancy. Benzoyl peroxide-hydrocortisone topical should only be used during pregnancy when benefit outweighs risk.
Benzoyl peroxide / hydrocortisone topical Breastfeeding Warnings
There are no data on the excretion of benzoyl peroxide-hydrocortisone topical into human milk. The manufacturer recommends caution when administering benzoyl peroxide-hydrocortisone to nursing women.
See also
References for pregnancy information
- Product Information. Vanoxide-HC (benzoyl peroxide-hydrocortisone topical). Dermik Laboratories/Aventis. 2022.
References for breastfeeding information
- Product Information. Vanoxide-HC (benzoyl peroxide-hydrocortisone topical). Dermik Laboratories/Aventis. 2022.
Further information
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