Benzac Ac 5 Gel: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Benzac Ac Information

Benzac Ac, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Gel. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Pimples. Other than this, Benzac Ac has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Benzac Ac depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Benzac Ac also has some side effects, the most common being Skin Peeling. Some other side effects of Benzac Ac have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Benzac Ac normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Benzac Ac has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Benzac Ac has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Benzac Ac related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Benzac Ac have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Benzac Ac may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Benzac Ac is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Benzac Ac Benefits & Uses
Benzac Ac Dosage & How to Take
Benzac Ac Side Effects
Benzac Ac Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Benzac Ac with Other Drugs
Benzac Ac Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Benzac Ac
Benzac Ac Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Benzac Ac Benefits & Uses

Benzac Ac is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pimples (Read More - How to get rid of acne or pimples)

Other Benefits

Keratosis, Seborrheic
Psoriasis (Read More - Home remedies for psoriasis)
Dermatitis

Benzac Ac Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pimples (Acne) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Benzac Ac Related Warnings

Is the use of Benzac Ac safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Benzac AC on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Benzac Ac safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Benzac AC in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Benzac AC is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Benzac Ac on the Kidneys?

There is no research available on the side effects of Benzac AC on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Benzac Ac on the Liver?

Side effects of Benzac AC on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown
What is the effect of Benzac Ac on the Heart?

There is no research available on the side effects of Benzac AC on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Benzac Ac with Other Drugs

Benzac Ac should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Isotretinoin

Clindamycin

Fluocinolone

Tretinoin

Benzac Ac Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Benzac Ac unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Benzac Ac

Is this Benzac Ac habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Benzac Ac is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Benzac Ac since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Benzac Ac should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Benzac Ac is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Benzac Ac Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Benzac Ac

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Benzac Ac with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Benzac Ac

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Benzac Ac with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Benzac Ac

Question over 5 years ago

Can Benzac AC clear dark spots?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No, Benzac AC does not clear dark spots. It has not been approved for the treatment of dark spots. Hence you are advised to not use this drug for clearing dark spots.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Benzac AC without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Yes, Benzac AC can be used without consulting a doctor because it is an over the counter drug which does not require a prescription.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Benzac AC cause hair loss?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Benzac AC does not cause hair loss. It has not been reported by the patients who are using this drug. However, it can cause discoloration of the hairs (yellow or orange color) due to its bleaching effect on the hair.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Benzac AC?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Benzac AC is a brand name of benzoyl peroxide and it comes in the form of topical cream and gel. It belongs to the class of drugs known as keratolytic agents. It is an over the counter drug that is used for the treatment of acne vulgaris (pimples) caused by bacteria Cutibacterium acnes. It also helps in treating moderate acne (spots) by reducing the number of spots and stopping the formation of new blackheads, whiteheads, and acne.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Benzac AC treat whiteheads?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Benzac AC might be helpful in treating whiteheads that are due to spots because it can reduce the inflammation in the affected area and it also helps in clearing the clogged prores through skin peeling which prevents whiteheads and promotes their removal as well.