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Benzac AC 2.5% Gel
Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5% w/w)
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Benzac AC 2.5% Gel is used for treatment of acne vulgaris (pimples), helps reduce blackheads and whiteheads and prevents new acne lesions.
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Key details
Salt: Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5% w/w)
Available variants: gel 20 Gm
Price: ₹116 (₹5.78 per g)
Prescription: Not required
Manufacturer: GALDERMA INDIA PVT LTD
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Composition of Benzac AC 2.5% Gel
Benzac AC 2.5% Gel contains Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5% w/w). It belongs to the Topical antibacterial & keratolytic (benzoyl peroxide) class of medicines.
Uses of Benzac AC 2.5% Gel
- Acne vulgaris (pimples)
- Helps reduce blackheads
- Whiteheads
- Prevents new acne lesions
Benefits of Benzac AC 2.5% Gel
- In Acne
- Benzac AC 2.5% unblocks pores, reduces the bacteria and inflammation behind spots and helps prevent new ones forming. Improvement is gradual over several weeks.
- In Blackheads and whiteheads
- Benzac AC 2.5% clears the blocked pores that form blackheads and whiteheads and keeps new ones from forming.
- In Pigmentation
- Benzac AC 2.5% lightens dark marks left behind by spots, sun exposure or hormonal changes, evening out the skin tone over weeks of regular use.
- In Rough skin
- Benzac AC 2.5% smooths rough, uneven skin by speeding up the shedding of dead surface cells.
How Benzac AC 2.5% Gel works
Benzoyl peroxide is an antibacterial and keratolytic agent. It releases oxygen in the skin, which kills acne-causing bacteria (Cutibacterium acnes) and helps unclog pores by reducing excess keratin and oil.
How to take Benzac AC 2.5% Gel
For external use only. Cleanse and dry the affected area, then apply a thin layer once daily initially; if tolerated, increase to 1–2 times daily as advised. Avoid eyes, lips, nostrils and broken skin; wash hands after use. May be used with or without food (topical).
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Benzac AC 2.5% Gel, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause severe irritation when far too much cream is applied; an oral retinoid taken in excess can cause headache, vomiting and liver injury. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Benzac AC 2.5% Gel
Most side effects of Benzac AC 2.5% are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- Dryness
- peeling
- redness
- burning/stinging
- itching
- irritation
- contact dermatitis
Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Benzac AC 2.5% Gel
- AlcoholCAUTION
- Use with caution (alcohol-based cosmetics/cleansers can increase dryness and irritation)
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Generally safe (minimal absorption); consult doctor if pregnant
- Breast feedingUNSAFE
- Not recommended while breastfeeding.
- DrivingSAFE
- Not expected to affect your ability to drive.
- KidneyCAUTION
- Use with caution if you have kidney disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function.
- LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have liver disease.
Warnings and precautions
External use only. Do not apply on cut, sunburnt or eczematous skin. Avoid contact with eyes, mouth and mucous membranes; rinse well with water if contact occurs. May bleach hair and coloured fabrics. Start with once daily to reduce irritation; use a non-comedogenic moisturizer and sunscreen as it may increase sensitivity to sunlight. Stop and seek medical advice if severe swelling, blistering or allergic reaction occurs.
Do not take Benzac AC 2.5% if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Oral retinoids are absolutely contraindicated in pregnancy and in anyone who might become pregnant without a pregnancy prevention programme. Topical retinoids are avoided in pregnancy.
Interactions with other medicines
Other topical acne medicines (tretinoin/adapalene, salicylic acid, sulfur/resorcinol) may increase irritation; apply at different times if used together. Avoid concomitant topical dapsone due to possible temporary yellow/orange skin discoloration. Caution with alcohol-based or abrasive cleansers/astringents.
How to store Benzac AC 2.5% Gel
Store at room temperature (below 25°C), tightly closed. Protect from heat and direct sunlight. Do not freeze. Keep out of reach of children.
Quick tips for Benzac AC 2.5% Gel
- Do a small test on one or two spots for the first 3 days.
- Start once daily and increase gradually only if needed and tolerated.
- Avoid using other topical acne products on the same area unless your doctor advises.
- Reduce to once daily or every other day if your skin becomes very dry or irritated.
- Do not apply Benzac AC 2.5% Gel to sunburned or damaged skin.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- GALDERMA INDIA PVT LTD
- Therapeutic class:
- Anti-acne
- Drug class:
- Topical antibacterial & keratolytic (benzoyl peroxide)
- Chemical class:
- Benzoyl peroxides
Substitutes for Benzac AC 2.5% Gel
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5% w/w)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Benzac AC 2.5% Gel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Persol Ac 2.5 GelWallace Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd | gel · 30GM | ₹117 | 1% more |
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Benzac AC 2.5% Gel FAQs
What is Benzac AC 2.5% Gel used for?
Benzac AC 2.5% Gel is commonly used for Treatment of acne vulgaris (pimples), helps reduce blackheads and whiteheads and prevents new acne lesions. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Benzac AC 2.5% Gel?
Acne: Benzac AC 2.5% unblocks pores, reduces the bacteria and inflammation behind spots and helps prevent new ones forming. Improvement is gradual over several weeks. It is also used for blackheads and whiteheads, pigmentation, rough skin.
What is the salt in Benzac AC 2.5% Gel?
Benzac AC 2.5% Gel contains Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5% w/w). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Benzac AC 2.5% Gel?
For external use only. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Benzac AC 2.5% Gel work?
Benzoyl peroxide is an antibacterial and keratolytic agent.
Is Benzac AC 2.5% Gel a prescription medicine?
No. Benzac AC 2.5% Gel is available over the counter (OTC), no prescription is required. However, it is always safer to consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.
What are the common side effects of Benzac AC 2.5% Gel?
The side effects reported most often with Benzac AC 2.5% are Dryness, peeling, redness, burning/stinging, itching. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Benzac AC 2.5% Gel be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before taking Benzac AC 2.5% Gel in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Benzac AC 2.5%.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Benzac AC 2.5% Gel?
Limit alcohol while taking Benzac AC 2.5% Gel; it can worsen the side effects.
What if I miss a dose of Benzac AC 2.5% Gel?
If you miss a dose of Benzac AC 2.5% Gel, apply it as soon as possible.
Is Benzac AC 2.5% Gel habit forming?
No. Benzac AC 2.5% Gel is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Benzac AC 2.5% Gel cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Benzac AC 2.5% Gel starts at ₹116 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in gel 20 Gm. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Benzac AC 2.5% Gel?
Benzac AC 2.5% Gel is manufactured by GALDERMA INDIA PVT LTD. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Benzac AC 2.5% Gel delivered?
Benzac AC 2.5% Gel is delivered across India from our licensed pharmacy. Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Enter your pincode on the page to see the date it reaches you.
Benzac AC 2.5% Gel, Quick facts
- Salt
- Benzoyl Peroxide (2.5% w/w)
- Form
- gel
- Price
- ₹116 (₹5.78 per g)
- Prescription
- Not required (OTC)
- Brand
- GALDERMA INDIA PVT LTD
- Manufacturer
- GALDERMA INDIA PVT LTD
- Therapeutic class
- Anti-acne
- Drug class
- Topical antibacterial & keratolytic (benzoyl peroxide)
- Chemical class
- Benzoyl peroxides
- Action class
- Keratoplastic and Keratolytic Agents
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- gel 20 Gm
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- Manufacturer labeling, established medical literature, standard dermatology guidelines
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Benzac AC 2.5% Gel.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.