Benzac AC 2.5% Gel

Benzac AC 2.5% Gel is a topical acne medicine that contains 2.5% benzoyl peroxide in each tube. It belongs to the acne treatment class of topical keratolytic/antimicrobial agents and is used to help treat acne vulgaris, including pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads. Benzac AC 2.5% Gel is applied to the skin, where it helps reduce acne-causing bacteria and unclog pores. This product is made by Galderma India Pvt. Ltd. and comes in a strip/box of 10 tubes.

How it works: Benzoyl peroxide in Benzac AC 2.5% Gel releases oxygen on the skin, which helps kill acne-causing bacteria. The gel also helps loosen dead skin cells so pores are less likely to clog.

Benzac AC 2.5% Gel is the lower-strength sibling of Benzac AC 5% Gel, and it is often chosen when skin is sensitive, easily irritated, or when a doctor wants a gentler start. The 2.5% gel can still work well for acne while sometimes causing less dryness or stinging than higher-strength benzoyl peroxide products. Your clinician may prefer Benzac AC 2.5% Gel if you need acne control but are more likely to react to stronger formulas.

• Acne vulgaris
• Pimples
• Blackheads
• Whiteheads
• Inflamed acne lesions

• Use Benzac AC 2.5% Gel only on clean, dry skin unless your prescriber gives different directions.
• Apply a thin layer to the affected acne-prone areas, not just individual spots, if instructed by your doctor.
• Wash your hands before and after applying the gel, unless you are treating the hands themselves.
• Avoid contact with the eyes, lips, inside of the nose, and broken or sunburned skin.
• If your skin gets too dry or irritated, your doctor may tell you to use it less often at first and then increase gradually.
• Use sunscreen and limit excessive sun exposure because acne medicines can make skin more sensitive.

Benzac AC 2.5% Gel provides 2.5% benzoyl peroxide in a topical gel form, so the amount used is measured by the thin layer you apply to the skin, not by swallowing or injections. It is commonly used once daily at first, though some patients may be directed to use it twice daily if tolerated; your doctor decides the exact schedule and whether the max should be once or twice daily based on your skin response.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Benzoyl Peroxide may include:

• Dry skin
• Peeling or flaking
• Mild redness
• Burning or stinging
• Itching
• Skin irritation
• Tightness or mild warmth at the application site

• Use Benzac AC 2.5% Gel only on the skin; do not swallow it or apply it to the eyes, mouth, or nose.
• This 2.5% strength is still an acne medicine, so irritation can occur even though it is gentler than stronger benzoyl peroxide products.
• Stop and get medical advice if you develop severe redness, swelling, blistering, or signs of allergy.
• Use caution if you have very sensitive skin, eczema, or a history of contact dermatitis.
• Benzoyl peroxide can bleach hair, clothing, towels, and bedding, so let it dry fully before contact with fabrics.
• Avoid combining it with other strong irritating acne products unless your prescriber says to do so.
• If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or using other acne treatments, ask your doctor before starting Benzac AC 2.5% Gel.

• Topical retinoids such as tretinoin or adapalene, which can increase dryness and irritation
• Other benzoyl peroxide or acne products, which may add irritation
• Topical salicylic acid or exfoliating products, which can make skin more sensitive
• Alcohol-containing cleansers or astringents, which can dry the skin further

Store Benzac AC 2.5% Gel at room temperature, keep the tube tightly closed, and protect it from excessive heat or freezing.