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Benzoyl peroxide

Brand names: ACANYA (in combination) BENZAC W BENZACLIN (in combination) BENZAGEL BENZAMYCIN (in combination) BPO5 CLINDOXYL (in combination) EPIDUO (in combination) NEUAC (in combination) ONEXTON (in combination) TACTUPUMP (in combination)

Description

Benzoyl peroxide is a highly lipophilic, oxidising agent with keratolytic and bacteriocidal effects. The effectiveness of benzoyl peroxide in the treatment of acne vulgaris is primarily attributable to its antibacterial activity, especially with respect to Propionibacterium acnes. Benzoyl peroxide is also believed to be effective in the treatment of acne on account of its anti-inflammatory and mild keratolytic properties.

ATC Classification

Code
Title
Category
D10AE01
Benzoyl peroxide
D Dermatologicals → D10 Anti-acne preparations → D10A Anti-acne preparations for topical use → D10AE Peroxides

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2D Molecule Structure

3D Molecule Structure

Unique Ingredient Identifier (UNII)

W9WZN9A0GM - BENZOYL PEROXIDE

CAS Registry Number

94-36-0 - Benzoyl peroxide

SNOMED-CT

91598004 - Benzoyl peroxide (substance)

 
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