Acnecide Wash 5% Gel 100g

Acnecide Face Wash 5% Gel 100G

Treatment for mild acne of the face.

What is Acnecide Face Wash Gel 5%?
 

Acnecide is a gel that helps to treat acne by attacking the bacteria that cause the condition, helping to keep skin clear.  It contains the active ingredient benzoyl peroxide which effectively kills up to 95% of bacteria causing spots. This stops the bacteria causing Propionibacterium acne. Another great addition to this gel is it contains microsphere technology which helps absorb excess oil while releasing glycerine to hydrate the skin. 

Also available:

Acnecide Face Wash Gel 5% 30g

Acnecide 5% Gel 15g

Key Points:

• Treats mild acne on the face

• Contains 5% Benzoyl Peroxide

• Kills up to 95% of spot-causing bacteria

• Absorbs excess oil

• Releases glycerine to hydrate the skin

• Prevents blackheads and whiteheads

Warnings and Precautions

• Acnecide gel and gel wash should not be used together as per recommendations from the makers.

• Try to avoid strong sunlight and other sources of UV light, such as sunbeds while using this gel.

• Avoid contact with hair, clothing, or fabrics, as this gel can bleach or stain.

• Avoid contact with eyes, mouth, angles of the nose, and mucous membranes (e.g. inside of the mouth, inside the nose). 

• Keep out of sight and reach of children.

• For external use only.

• Discontinue use if irritation or rash occurs. 

Do not use if:

• You are allergic to any of the ingredients this product contains or if you have had a previous reaction to this gel.

• You have broken or damaged skin.

• You experience blistering or swelling of the skin while using this product.

Speak to your GP or our Pharmacist before use if:

• You are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

• You suffer from any allergies.

Ingredients

Active ingredient: Benzoyl peroxide 5% w/w as hydrous benzoyl peroxide in a cleansing gel
 

Other ingredients: Acrylates copolymer, glycerol, carbomer 940, sodium C14-C16 olefin sulfonate, sodium hydroxide (for pH adjustment), and purified water

How do I apply Acnecide Face Wash 5% Gel?
 

Directions:

Adults and adolescents aged 12 years and over: 

Apply ONCE or TWICE daily to cover the affected skin areas.

Wet the area to be treated, apply the preparation to the hands, and wash the affected area with the gel.

Contact time with the skin should be 1 to 2 minutes followed by thorough rinsing with water and drying.

Important:

• If your acne gets worse while using Acnecide Face Wash or if it does not improve within 12 weeks, it is important that you see your pharmacist or GP for advice.

• Undertreatment of some forms of acne may sometimes result in scarring. Your pharmacist or doctor will be able to recommend an alternative treatment for your acne.

What are the side effects of Acnecide Face Wash 5% Gel?
 

If you experience any of the following side effects, stop use and speak to your GP or pharmacist immediately:

• Skin becomes extremely irritated

• Severe redness

• Severe itching

• Severe peeling of the skin

• Swelling of the face, mouth, eyelids, etc.

Other side effects you may experience include:

• Dry skin

• Skin redness

• Peeling of the skin

• Burning sensation

• Itching

• Pain or stinging of the skin

• Skin irritation, contact dermatitis

• Swelling face

If you have any concerns or queries regarding any side effects this medicine has caused or could cause you can call your GP or our pharmacist.

If you have any severe side effects stop use immediately and seek medical assistance as soon as possible.