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benzoyl peroxide |
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benzoyl /ben·zo·yl/ (ben´zo-il) the acyl radical formed from benzoic acid, C6H5CO—.
benzoyl peroxide [benzō′il] an antibacterial, keratolytic drying agent. indication It is prescribed in the treatment of acne. contraindications Known hypersensitivity to this drug prohibits its use. It is not used in the eye, on inflamed skin, or on mucous membranes. adverse effects Among the more serious adverse reactions are excessive drying and allergic contact sensitization. benzoyl peroxide, n 1. a chemical incorporated into the polymer of resins to aid in the initiation of polymerization. n 2. an antibacterial, keratolytic drying agent prescribed in the treatment of acne. benzoyl the acyl radical formed from benzoic acid, C6H5CO−. benzoyl peroxide dibenzoyl peroxide, a topical keratolytic with antibacterial and antipruritic properties, used in the treatment of skin diseases. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| 05%; Brevoxyl([R]) Creamy Wash (benzoyl peroxide, 4% or 8%) packaged in the convenient new Brevoxyl Acne Wash Kit; Oilatum([R]); Physiogel([R]); Stieprox([R]) (ciclopirox olamine); and Sarna([R]). He also led the development of the Brevoxyl Creamy Wash(R), which became the #1 prescription benzoyl peroxide acne wash1, as well as life-cycle management of the brand, which led to the launch of Brevoxyl Acne Wash Kit. |
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