Peroxyl Side Effects

Generic name: hydrogen peroxide topical

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jan 16, 2024.

Note: This document contains side effect information about hydrogen peroxide topical. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Peroxyl.

Applies to hydrogen peroxide topical: topical application gel/jelly, topical application pad, topical application solution, topical application spray.

Serious side effects of Peroxyl

Along with its needed effects, hydrogen peroxide topical (the active ingredient contained in Peroxyl) may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking hydrogen peroxide topical:

More common

Redness, blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin
skin burning, itching, pain, rash, stinging, or swelling skin ulcers

Less common

Cracking or scarring of the skin
thinning, weakness, or wasting away of the skin

Rare

Eyelid swelling
painful blisters on the trunk of the body

Other side effects of Peroxyl

Some side effects of hydrogen peroxide topical may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.

Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them: