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Vanoxide-hc - Hydrocortisone/benzoyl Peroxide-topical Brand Drug

General Information

Tell your doctor of any nonprescription or prescription medication you may use, particularly of.

Apply cautiously and wash hands after use as this medication may bleach or stain hair or colored clothing.
Inform all your doctors you use (or have used) this medication.
Do not share this medication with others.

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.

This is used on the skin as directed.
To apply, clean and dry the affected area.
Shake well.
Apply a thin layer on the skin and massage in gently.
Wash hands well after use.
Do not use large amounts or apply this more often than directed.
Your condition will not clear faster, but the chance for side effects may be increased.
Avoid contact in or near the eyes or inside the nose and mouth.
If redness, drying or peeling of the skin occurs, use a smaller amount or apply less often.
Do not bandage, wrap or cover the area treated unless you are instructed to do so by your doctor.

Slight stinging or burning, drying, peeling or irritation may occur the first few days as your body adjusts to the medication.
Expect this.
However, if irritation or redness continue, become worse or you develop a skin rash, notify your doctor.
Very unlikely to occur but report promptly the following side effects.

If you miss a dose, apply it as soon as remembered and resume your regular dosing schedule.
Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.