Caress 2.5% Cream

Benzoyl Peroxide
2.5gm/100ml
Renata Limited
Pack size 15gm tube
Unite Price 43.65 BDT

Indications

Caress 2.5% Cream is used for: Acne vulgaris, Dyeing hair, Teeth whitening, Decubitus or Stasis ulcers

Adult Dose

Adult: Topical Acne cream: Apply 1-2 times/day.

Child Dose

Renal Dose

Administration

Apply sparingly to affected areas after thoroughly washing skin;

Contra Indications

Hypersensitivity.

Precautions

Discontinue if severe irritation develops. Restart with tolerable levels of treatment after irritiation has cleared. Do not use occlusive dressing. May cause dermatitis in allergic patients. Apply carefully near the eyes, mouth, neck and other mucous membranes as well as other sensitive areas. Lactation: excretion in milk unknown; use with caution

Pregnancy-Lactation

Pregnancy Category: C Lactation: excretion in milk unknown; use with caution

Interactions

PABA sunscreens may transiently discolour fabric.

Side Effects

Side effects of Benzoyl Peroxide : Excessive drying of skin, allergic dermatitis. May bleach fabrics or hair. Skin discoloration; skin rash, peeling, transient local oedema.

Mode of Action

Benzoyl peroxide has mild keratolytic effect and antimicrobial activity which is attributed to its oxidative property. It is active against S.epidermidis and P.acne.

Note

Caress 2.5% 2.5gm/100ml Cream generic name is Benzoyl Peroxide. Caress 2.5% 2.5gm/100ml Cream is manufactured by Renata LimitedCaress 2.5% is availble in all over Bangladesh. Mes BD drug index information on Caress 2.5% Cream is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.

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