Ranbaxy Laboratories Inc.
Ranbaxy Pharmaceuticals Inc.
DRUG FACTS
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS*
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
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
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL
Desquam X Wash 5%
Desquam X Wash 10%
Desquam-X Wash
benzoyl peroxide SOLUTION
Product Information
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Product Type
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Human otc drug label |
Item Code (Source)
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NDC:10631-278 |
Route of Administration
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TOPICAL |
DEA Schedule
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Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
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Ingredient Name
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Basis of Strength
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Strength
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BENZOYL PEROXIDE BENZOYL PEROXIDE |
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5 mg
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Packaging
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#
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Item Code
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Package Description
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Marketing Start Date
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Marketing End Date
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1 |
NDC:10631-278-05 |
140 in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC |
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Marketing Information
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Marketing Category
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Application Number or Monograph Citation
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Marketing Start Date
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Marketing End Date
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partD |
part333D |
2011-04-26 |
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Desquam-X Wash
benzoyl peroxide SOLUTION
Product Information
|
Product Type
|
Human otc drug label |
Item Code (Source)
|
NDC:10631-279 |
Route of Administration
|
TOPICAL |
DEA Schedule
|
|
Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
|
Ingredient Name
|
Basis of Strength
|
Strength
|
BENZOYL PEROXIDE BENZOYL PEROXIDE |
|
10 mg
|
Packaging
|
#
|
Item Code
|
Package Description
|
Marketing Start Date
|
Marketing End Date
|
1 |
NDC:10631-279-05 |
140 in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC |
|
|
Marketing Information
|
Marketing Category
|
Application Number or Monograph Citation
|
Marketing Start Date
|
Marketing End Date
|
partD |
part333D |
2011-04-26 |
|
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