Persol Gel

Benzoyl Peroxide 5%
5 GEL-20G
Wallace Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd.
Pack size 1's
Dispensing mode
Source
Agent
Retail Price 129.60 NPR

Indications

Persol Gel is used for: Acne vulgaris

Adult Dose

Adult: Topical Gel: 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.

Pregnancy-Lactation

Interactions

PABA sunscreens may transiently discolour fabric.

Adverse Effects

Side effects of Benzoyl Peroxide 5% : Excessive drying of skin, allergic dermatitis. May bleach fabrics or hair. Skin discoloration; skin rash, peeling, transient local oedema.

Mechanism 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

Persol 5 GEL-20G Gel manufactured by Wallace Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd.. Its generic name is Benzoyl Peroxide 5%. Persol is availble in Nepal. Farmaco Nepal drug index information on Persol Gel 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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