Hydrogen Peroxide Cream
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[edit] BRAND NAMES
- International: Crystacide Patient Information Leaflet
- Other: Crystaderm
[edit] STRUCTURE
[edit] MECHANISM OF ACTION
Hydrogen peroxide is a bleach and an oxidising agent. It is active against a wide variety of microorganisms.
[edit] INDICATIONS
Topical treatment and prevention of primary and secondary superficial skin infections . It can be used to treat acne. One study showed Hydrogen Peroxide Cream is as effective as benzoyl peroxide (a commonly used topical treatment for mild to moderate acne).
[edit] DOSAGE
After cleansing the area, apply cream 2-3 times daily on affected area. A dry film will appear on the skin after application, which can be washed off with water.
[edit] CONTRAINDICATIONS
Known hypersensitivity to any ingredient.
[edit] PRECAUTIONS
- Avoid contact with the eyes. . If Hydrogen Peroxide Cream should accidentally get into your eyes, wash it out immediately with plenty of cold water.
- Do not use in the presence of iodine, permanganate and any other strong oxidising agents.
- Hydrogen Peroxide Cream should not be used on large or deep wounds and should not be applied to healthy skin
- Hydrogen Peroxide Cream can bleach fabrics
[edit] PREGNANCY AND LACTATION
- Use under medical guidance in pregnancy and breastfeeding.
[edit] SIDE EFFECTS
Mild sensation of burning may be experienced for a short time after application.
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| Acne | |
|---|---|
| Oral antibiotics | Clindamycin (Oral route) • Doxycycline • Erythromycin (Oral route) • Josamycin • Lymecycline • Minocycline • Tetracycline |
| Topical antibiotics | Clindamycin (Topical) • Erythromycin (Topical) |
| Topical retinoids | Adapalene • Tazarotene • Tretinoin |
| Oral retinoids | Isotretinoin (Oral) |
| Oral contraceptives | Estradiol valerate/Dienogest • Ethinyl Estradiol/Cyproterone acetate |
| Topical Antibacterial/Keratolytic | Benzoyl peroxide • Hydrogen Peroxide Cream |
| Topical combination products | Clindamycin/Benzoyl peroxide • Adapalene/Benzoyl peroxide • Clindamycin/Tretinoin • Miconazole/Benzoyl peroxide • Erythromycin/Benzoyl peroxide • Erythromycin/Isotretinoin |
