Formulation:
Cream
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Alternate Names:Benzashave (not available in Canada)
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What is Benzashave (not available in Canada) used for? |
Benzashave (not available in Canada) is used to treat acne
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When should Benzashave (not available in Canada) not be taken?
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Do not use Benzashave (not available in Canada) if you are allergic to this or similar medicines or to any ingredient present in Benzashave (not available in Canada). |
What precautions should I follow when taking Benzashave (not available in Canada) ?
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Before using Benzashave (not available in Canada), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine if you are taking any herbal products, if you are taking blood thinners if you have stomach problems if you have peptic ulcers if you have any other medical condition like liver or kidney function impairment, heart ot lung problem, if you have dermatitis, seborrheic or eczema or red or raw skin, including sunburned skin—Irritation will occur if benzoyl peroxide is used with these conditions |
What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Benzashave (not available in Canada)?
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Do not use Benzashave (not available in Canada) in or around the eyes or lips, or inside the nose, or on sensitive areas of the neck . Spread Benzashave (not available in Canada) away from these areas when applying. If Benzashave (not available in Canada) gets on these areas, wash with water at once. Do not apply Benzashave (not available in Canada) to windburned or sunburned skin or on open wounds, unless otherwise directed by your doctor. |
What are the side effects of Benzashave (not available in Canada)?
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Most severe: Painful irritation of skin, including burning, blistering, crusting, itching, severe redness, or swelling; skin rash
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Most common: Dryness or peeling of skin (may occur after a few days); feeling of warmth, mild stinging, and redness of skin
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Other: Burning, itching, scaling, redness, or swelling of skin (severe
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How should I take Benzashave (not available in Canada)?
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How much medicine you use and how often you take it depend on many factors, including the severity of the condition being treated. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Benzashave (not available in Canada) you are using talk with your health care provider. Do not stop using Benzashave (not available in Canada) without checking with your health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before using Benzashave (not available in Canada). Do not use more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider. Do not use any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. If a dose is missed, use it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, contact your health care provider or pharmacist. Wash your hands before and after applying Benzashave (not available in Canada). Wash the skin where Benzashave (not available in Canada) is to be applied, rinse, and pat dry. Avoid contact of Benzashave (not available in Canada) with any colored material (including hair or fabric) as it may result in bleaching or discoloration.
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How should Benzashave (not available in Canada) be stored?
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Store Benzashave (not available in Canada) in a dry place at room temperature between 59° - 86°F. Keep out of reach of children and pets |
General Information:
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| If you have any questions about Benzashave (not available in Canada), please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider. Benzashave (not available in Canada) is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about Benzashave (not available in Canada). If you have any questions about Benzashave (not available in Canada), ask your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.
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