Compare benzoyl peroxide vs. Epiduo
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Treats acne.
Benzac (benzoyl peroxide) is the most effective over-the-counter treatment for mild acne.
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3.4/ 5 average rating with 394 reviewsforbenzoyl peroxide
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Upsides
- Available over-the-counter from many brands.
- Benzac (benzoyl peroxide) comes in many different forms and combinations with other acne products.
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Downsides
- Benzac (benzoyl peroxide) increases your skin's sensitivity to the sun and may also cause dryness or stinging.
- Be careful when applying Benzac (benzoyl peroxide) to large areas since it can bleach hair, clothing, and pillow cases upon contact.
- Benzac (benzoyl peroxide) needs to be combined with other medications to effectively treat severe acne.
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Used for
- Acne vulgaris
Dosage forms
- Cream
- Lotion
- Liquid
- Gel
- Foam
- Soap
- Cream, gel, or ointment
Price
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$164.45
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Reviews
394 reviews so far
60%
saidit'sworth it
29%
saiditworked well
9%
saidit'sa big hassle
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Side effects
The Benzac (benzoyl peroxide) FDA package insert doesn’t have numbers about how common side effects are.
The Epiduo (Adapalene / Benzoyl Peroxide) FDA package insert doesn’t have numbers about how common side effects are.
Risks and risk factors
- Bleaching
- Skin irritation
- Using other medicines or products that irritate the skin
- Eczema
- Extreme temperatures (hot or cold)
- Allergic reaction
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