Microbenz 3.5% Aqueous Gel 15gm

WHAT MICROBENZ IS USED FOR?

MICROBENZ is used to treat Acne which often refer to as pimples or spots

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS:

TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR

Talk to your doctor before taking MICROBENZ, If you

Are allergic to benzoyl peroxide or any of the other ingredients of this medicine

PREGNANCY AND BREAST-FEEDING

If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or planning to have baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicine

INTERACTIONS:

Tell your doctor, if you are using,

Other acne medicines containing tretinoin, isotretinoin or tazarotene
Sulphonamide-containing products such as dapsone and sulfacetamide

DIRECTIONS FOR USE:

Always use this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you
Wash the affected area with a mild skin cleanser and water, and gently pat your skin dry
Apply the medicine in a thin layer once or twice a day to all the affected areas
If you have sensitive skin apply the medicine once daily before going to bed
You should try to avoid exposure to strong sunlight while using MICROBENZ
If exposure is unavoidable, use a suitable sunscreen lotion and apply MICROBENZ in the evening
Remember to wash the affected area before use

If you use more

If you have taken more than you should, talk to your doctor immediately

If you forget to use

If you forget to use your medicine at the right time
When you remember, start using the product again, in the same way as before

If you stop taking

Do not stop taking the MICROBENZ until the doctor has told you to do so

SIDE EFFECTS OF MICROBENZ:

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them

SIDE EFFECTS OF MICROBENZ:

SERIOUS

• Raised and itchy rash (hives)
• Swelling of the face, eyes, lips, tongue or mouth (angioedema), having difficulty in breathing
Fainting
• Severe redness, itching or peeling of the skin occurs, or you experience face swelling

COMMON

• Itching of the skin (pruritus)
• Pain of the skin (pain, stinging)
• Skin irritation (irritant contact dermatitis)

UNCOMMON

• Dry skin
• Skin redness
• Peeling of the skin
• Burning sensation of the skin
• Allergic contact dermatitis

STORAGE:

Keep out of reach of children
Store at room temperature (15-25°C)
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date