Peroxide As Nasal Wash
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Pronounced: (BEN-zoh-ill per-OX-ide)
Uses
This medication is used to treat mild to moderate acne. It may be used in combination with other acne treatments. When applied to the skin, benzoyl peroxide works by reducing the amount of acne-causing bacteria and by causing the skin to dry and peel.
How To Use
Read the Patient Information Leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start using this product and each time you get a refill. If you have...
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