Aczest Creamy Face Wash

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Composition FOR Aczest 4% w/v Face Wash

Benzoyl Peroxide(4% w/v)

food interaction for Aczest Face Wash

alcohol interaction for Aczest Face Wash

pregnancy interaction for Aczest Face Wash

lactation interaction for Aczest Face Wash

medicine interaction for Aczest Face Wash

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alcohol
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No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Aczest Creamy Face Wash may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Aczest Creamy Face Wash is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
No interaction found/established

SALT INFORMATION FOR Aczest 4% w/v Face Wash

Benzoyl Peroxide(4% w/v)

Aczest face wash uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of acne.

How aczest face wash works

Aczest Creamy Face Wash is an organic compound. It has a keratolytic property, i.e., it even out the uneven skin. When applied on acne, it releases oxygen which kills the bacteria. This is how it works to cure your acne.

Common side effects of aczest face wash

Dry skin, Erythema (skin redness), Burning sensation, Itching, Skin peeling, Stinging sensation

SUBSTITUTES FOR Aczest Face Wash

No substitutes found

Expert advice FOR Aczest Face Wash

  • You have been prescribed Benzoyl Peroxide for the treatment of Acne.
  • Do not apply it on sunburned or damaged skin.
  • Be careful when applying Benzoyl Peroxide to large areas since it can bleach hair, clothing, and furnishings upon contact.
  • It makes the skin more sensitive towards sunlight. Hence, apply it at night time and avoid excessive sun exposure. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors.
  • It may cause skin dryness or stinging sensation. In case you experience excessive irritation or allergy, discontinue the medication and consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions FOR Aczest 4% w/v Face Wash

Benzoyl Peroxide

Q. How should Aczest Creamy Face Wash be applied?
You should remove all of the make-up. Wash your hands and the affected area and gently dry. Put a thin layer of Aczest Creamy Face Wash cream on the affected skin, using your fingertips. Apply it to the entire area affected by acne, not just each spot. After applying, wash your hands thoroughly with water.
Q. Should Aczest Creamy Face Wash be left on overnight?
At the beginning of the treatment, Aczest Creamy Face Wash is usually used once daily in the evening. The area is not washed off after application of Aczest Creamy Face Wash, so it can be left overnight unless you experience irritation. However, if you experience irritation, consult your doctor.
Q. What should prompt me to discontinue Aczest Creamy Face Wash?
You should discontinue Aczest Creamy Face Wash and consult your doctor if you experience severe local irritation, which means severe redness, dryness and itching and stinging/burning sensation.
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Q. What precautions should be followed while applying Aczest Creamy Face Wash?
Use Aczest Creamy Face Wash only on your skin. Keep it away from areas like your eyes, eyelids, lips, mouth and inside of the nose. If the medicine comes in contact with any of these areas, wash the affected area with water immediately. Avoid using Aczest Creamy Face Wash on scratched or eroded skin and open wounds. Take care when using Aczest Creamy Face Wash on sensitive areas of skin such as your neck. Aczest Creamy Face Wash can make your skin more sensitive to the harmful effects of the sunlight. So, avoid the use of sunbeds/lamps and minimize the time you spend in the sun. You should use sunscreen and wear protective clothing while using Aczest Creamy Face Wash. Avoid contact with hair as Aczest Creamy Face Wash has bleaching properties. It can even bleach dyed or colored fabric, furniture or carpeting.
Q. How often should I apply Aczest Creamy Face Wash?
The initial dose is preferably once daily in the evening. Later, the doctor will gradually increase the dose to twice daily (most probably morning and evening).
Q. How long does Aczest Creamy Face Wash take to show its effects?
You may see an improvement after 4-6 weeks of treatment. You may need to use this treatment for longer to see the full benefits. This is normal for acne treatments. If your acne does not get better after 1 month or if it gets worse, talk to your doctor immediately.
Q. Do you apply moisturizer before or after Aczest Creamy Face Wash?
You may apply moisturizer an hour after applying Aczest Creamy Face Wash. Consult your doctor in case of any doubt or concern.

Content on this page was last updated on 18 April, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)