Chemistry:Benzamycin
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Benzamycin is a topical gel containing of 5% benzoyl peroxide and 3% erythromycin. Its main usage is to fight acne.[1] Benzamycin is a prescription medication.[2] Side effects include dry skin, stinging, redness, and itchy rash (urticaria),[2] with recommended usage is 2 times per day, once in the morning and once in the evening, or as prescribed by a doctor. The affected area should be washed with soap and warm water, rinsed, and gently dried before applying the gel.[3] Using an oil-free face moisturizer in conjunction with Benzamycin is recommended.
On March 30, 2004, a generic form of Benzamycin was released by pharmaceutical company Atrix Laboratories.
References
- ↑ "Benzamycin Uses, Side Effects & Warnings" (in en). https://www.drugs.com/mtm/benzamycin.html.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Benzamycin® Topical Gel (erythromycin-benzoyl peroxide gel)". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/fda/fdaDrugXsl.cfm?setid=c8c05e98-ec28-4636-8e5c-9a2557483e3c&type=display.
- ↑ "Benzamycin (Erythromycin): Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Interactions, Warning" (in en). https://www.rxlist.com/benzamycin-drug.htm.
External links
- "Atrix Laboratories, Inc. (ATRX) Receives FDA Approval For Erythromycin/Benzoyl Peroxide", Biospace.com, 10/19/2005
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