OXYIO

BENZOYL PEROXIDE l

Read all of this leaflet carefully because it contains important information for you.

Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you need more information or advice.

This medicine may have been prescribed for you by your doctor. Do not pass it on to others. It may harm them even if their symptoms are the same as yours.

This medicine is also available without prescription from your pharmacy. However; you still need to use Oxy 10 carefully to get the best results from it.

You must see a doctor if your symptoms do not improve after two months.

If any of the side effects gets severe or you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet please tell your doctor or pharmacist.

In this leaflet:

What Oxy 10 is and what it is used for

Before you use Oxy 10

How to use Oxy 10

Possible side effects

How to store Oxy 10

Further information

1.    What Oxy 10 is and what it is used for

Oxy 10 is a lotion to be applied to the skin. It contains benzoyl peroxide and is used to treat stubborn spots and acne.

Benzoyl peroxide works by dissolving keratin, the material which blocks pores. It also has antibacterial properties.

2.    Before you use Oxy 10 Do not use Oxy 10 if you:

have an allergy to benzoyl peroxide or any of the ingredients

(see the end of Section 2 and Section 6)

This medicine is only for use on the skin; do not take by mouth.

Take special care with Oxy 10:

•    Avoid contact with the eyes, lips and mouth.

If this occurs, wash away with plenty of clean water

•    Your skin may become more sensitive to the sun. Avoid exposing treated skin to the sun. Do not use sun beds or sun lamps while using this medicine.

•    May bleach coloured fabrics. Avoid contact with clothes, towels and bedlinen.

Taking other medicines

Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines. This includes medicines you have bought without a prescription.

Pregnancy and breast feeding You can use Oxy 10 if you are pregnant or breast feeding but you should ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine.

Important information about some of the ingredients of Oxy 10

Oxy 10 contains:

•    methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218)

•    propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216)

•    propylene glycol

which may cause local allergic skin reactions (possibly delayed). If this happens, stop using the lotion and speak to your doctor or pharmacist.

3. How to use Oxy 10

Before using for the first time, rub Oxy 10 onto a small area of your lower arm above the wrist and wait for 48 hours.

If you get any swelling, itching or severe redness then do not use Oxy 10.

•    Wash and dry your skin before using the lotion

•    Shake the bottle well and then gently massage onto the affected areas until the lotion is completely rubbed in

•    For the first week use Oxy 10 once a day.

If no irritation occurs then you can use Oxy 10 twice a day if you need to, or follow the instructions given by your doctor

•    Wash your hands immediately after using Oxy 10

•    Do not use continuously for more than 2 months without seeing your doctor:

If you use more Oxy 10 than you should

f you accidentally use too much lotion, use a tissue to wipe off any excess.

Benzoyl peroxide has a drying action. If you use too much Oxy 10 you may get excessive redness and peeling. If this happens stop using the lotion immediately. If there is no improvement, see your doctor.

f you, or a child, accidentally swallow the lotion, contact your doctor or nearest casualty department straight away.

If you forget to use Oxy 10

Use Oxy 10 when you remember making sure you do not use it more than twice a day.

4.    Possible side effects

Like all medicines, Oxy 10 can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

Stop using Oxy 10 and see your doctor if you get:

•    excessive skin irritation

•    swelling of the face

Other effects may include skin burn, blisters, pain, itching and change in skin colour. The skin may become irritated if exposed to sunlight or sunbeds.

Skin redness and peeling may sometimes occur with continued use.

You may feel mild burning or tingling when you put on Oxy 10 and some redness and peeling may occur, especially if you have fair or sensitive skin. This shows that Oxy 10 is working, so use with care for the first few days. However, if this happens regularly, reduce the amount you use and use it less often. If it persists, see your doctor.

If any side effects get severe or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet please tell your doctor or pharmacist.

5.    How to store Oxy 10 Keep out of the reach and sight of children.

Store in a cool place.

Keep the bottle tightly closed.

Do not use Oxy 10 after the ‘Use By' date which is stated on the bottle and the carton.

The ‘Use By' date refers to the last day of that month.

Take any Oxy 10 that is out of date to a pharmacist for disposal.

6. Further information What Oxy 10 contains

The active substance is:

Benzoyl peroxide 10% w/w.

The other ingredients are cetyl alcohol, citric acid, colloidal silica, glycerol, glyceryl monostearate, methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218), propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216), propylene glycol, sodium citrate, sodium lauryl sulphate, water (see the end of Section 2).

What Oxy 10 looks like and contents of the pack

Oxy 10 is a white lotion.

Each plastic bottle contains 30ml.

Marketing authorisation holder:

(£9 Mentholatum

The Mentholatum Company Limited,

East Kilbride, G74 5PE, Scotland, UK.

Tel: 01355 848484

PL 00189/0033

For any information about this product please contact the marketing authorisation holder at the above address.

Manufacturer:

Stiefel Laboratories Ltd., Sligo, Ireland This leaflet was last revised February 2012.

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