benzoyl peroxide /benzō″il/ , an antibacterial, keratolytic drying agent. ▪ INDICATIONS: It is prescribed in the treatment of acne. ▪ CONTRAINDICATIONS: Known hypersensitivity to this drug prohibits its use. It is not used in the eye, on inflamed skin, or on mucous membranes. ▪ ADVERSE EFFECTS: Among the more serious adverse reactions are excessive drying and allergic contact sensitization.
