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benzoyl peroxide 5 g/100g

BENZOYL PEROXIDE · LIQUID · Bryant Ranch Prepack

10 Recalls on RecordCurrently in Shortage
Plain English

benzoyl peroxide is a liquid containing benzoyl peroxide at 5 g/100g, taken topical. Manufactured by Bryant Ranch Prepack.

Key Facts

Brand Name
benzoyl peroxide
Generic Name
BENZOYL PEROXIDE
NDC Code (Product)
72162-2338
Manufacturer
Bryant Ranch Prepack
Strength
5 g/100g
Dosage Form
LIQUID
Route
TOPICAL
Marketing Status
Application #
M006
Marketing Start
01/24/2013

Recall History

10 Recalls on Record
Class II02/12/2024

MCKESSON CORPORATION

CGMP Deviations: Product was stored outside labeled storage temperature requirements. Product was exposed to controlled room temperature environment instead of remaining refrigerated.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II05/01/2013

Medicis Pharmaceutical Corp

cGMP Deviations; during the production process, CLENZIderm M.D. Daily Foam Cleanser was filled into some bottles labeled as CLENZIderm M.D. Pore Therapy

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II09/12/2025

Private Label Skin Care Inc.

Chemical Contamination: This recall has been initiated due to elevated levels of benzene that was discovered during post consume awareness with benzoyl peroxide products.

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II03/11/2025

Fruit Of The Earth, Inc.

Chemical contamination: presence of benzene

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class III10/15/2012

Valeant Pharmaceuticals

Subpotent (Single Ingredient) Drug: This product was found to be subpotent for the benzoyl peroxide active ingredient. Additionally, this product is mislabeled because the label either omits or erroneously added inactive ingredients to the label.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II10/09/2020

Milbar Laboratories, Inc.

GMP Deviations

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class III10/15/2012

Valeant Pharmaceuticals

Subpotent (Single Ingredient) Drug: This product was found to be subpotent for the benzoyl peroxide active ingredient. Additionally, this product is mislabeled because the label either omits or erroneously added inactive ingredients to the label.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II03/03/2026

Owen Biosciences Inc.

Chemical contamination: Presence of benzene

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class II09/12/2025

Private Label Skin Care Inc.

Chemical Contamination: This recall has been initiated due to elevated levels of benzene that was discovered during post consume awareness with benzoyl peroxide products.

OngoingVoluntary: Firm initiated
Class III07/06/2020

Allergan PLC

SUBPOTENT DRUG: Products failed assay results at the 12 and 24 month timepoints.

TerminatedVoluntary: Firm initiated

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

drug ineffective213 reports
rash109 reports
erythema90 reports
pruritus85 reports
pain80 reports
nausea77 reports
fatigue73 reports
acne70 reports
off label use70 reports
anxiety65 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Adapalene and benzoyl peroxide gel 0.1% / 2.5% is indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris in patients 9 years of age and older. Adapalene and benzoyl peroxide gel 0.1% / 2.5% is a combination of adapalene, a retinoid, and benzoyl peroxide, and is indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris in patients 9 years of age and older. (1)

Dosage & Administration

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION For topical use only; adapalene and benzoyl peroxide gel 0.1% / 2.5% is not for oral, ophthalmic, or intravaginal use. Apply a thin film of adapalene and benzoyl peroxide gel 0.1% / 2.5% to affected areas of the face and/or trunk once daily after washing. Use a pea-sized amount for each area of the face (e.g., forehead, chin, each cheek). Avoid the eyes, lips and mucous membranes. Adapalene and benzoyl peroxide gel 0.1% / 2.5% is not for oral, ophthalmic, or intravaginal use. (2) Apply a thin film of adapalene and benzoyl peroxide gel 0.1% / 2.5% to affected areas of the face and/or trunk once daily after washing. Use a pea-sized amount for each area of the face (e.g., forehead, chin, each cheek). Avoid the eyes, lips and mucous membranes. (2)

Contraindications

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None None. (4)

Drug Interactions

7 DRUG INTERACTIONS Concomitant topical acne therapy should be used with caution because a possible cumulative irritancy effect may occur, especially with the use of peeling, desquamating, or abrasive agents. No formal drug-drug interaction studies were conducted with adapalene and benzoyl peroxide gel 0.1% / 2.5%.

Adverse Reactions

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS Most commonly reported adverse events (≥1%) in patients treated with adapalene and benzoyl peroxide gel 0.1% / 2.5% were dry skin, contact dermatitis, application site burning, application site irritation and skin irritation. (6) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Encube Ethicals Private Limited, at 1-833-285-4151 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. During clinical trials, 1401 subjects were exposed to adapalene and benzoyl peroxide gel 0.1% / 2.5%. A total of 1036 subjects with acne vulgaris, 12 years and older, were treated once daily for 12 weeks to 12 months. Related adverse events reported within 12 weeks of treatment and in at least 1% of subjects treated with adapalene and benzoyl peroxide gel 0.1% / 2.5% and those reported in subjects treated with the vehicle gel are presented in Table 1 : Table 1. Drug Related Adverse Events Reported in C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is benzoyl peroxide used for?

benzoyl peroxide contains BENZOYL PEROXIDE. It is a liquid taken topical. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is benzoyl peroxide a controlled substance?

benzoyl peroxide is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for benzoyl peroxide?

The generic name for benzoyl peroxide is BENZOYL PEROXIDE. There are 11 other brand versions of BENZOYL PEROXIDE.

What is the NDC code for benzoyl peroxide 5 g/100g?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for benzoyl peroxide 5 g/100g is 72162-2338, listed by Bryant Ranch Prepack.