Cleanse & Treat (topical)
Generic name:benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid (topical) [ BEN-zoe-il-per-OX-ide-and-sal-i-SIL-ik-AS-id ]
Brand names: Cleanse & Treat, Cleanse & Treat Plus, Inova 4/1, Inova 8/2
Drug class:Topical acne agents
What is Cleanse & Treat (topical)?
Benzoyl peroxide has an antibacterial effect. It also has a mild drying effect that allows excess oil and dirt to be washed away.
Salicylic acid is a peeling agent that causes shedding of the outer layer of skin.
Cleanse & Treat (for the skin) is a combination medicine used to treat severe acne.
This medication is not for use in treating mild forms of acne. The strength of benzoyl peroxide contained in this medication is higher than that used in many over-the-counter acne products. Severe skin irritation can result from improper use of this product.
Cleanse & Treat may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
This medicine can cause a rare but serious allergic reaction or severe skin irritation. Stop using this medicine and get emergency medical help if you have: hives, itching; difficult breathing, feeling light-headed; or swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, or aspirin.
To make sure Cleanse & Treat topical is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have any allergies or other medical conditions.
FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether Cleanse & Treat will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using this medication.
It is not known whether benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid topical passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Cleanse & Treat should not be used on a child younger than 12 years old.
How should I use Cleanse & Treat?
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Cleanse & Treat can cause a rare but serious allergic reaction or severe skin irritation. Before you start using this medicine, you may choose to apply a "test dose" to see if you have a reaction. Apply a very small amount of the medicine to 1 or 2 small acne areas every day for 3 day...
