OXY 5

BENZOYL PEROXID

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 5 carefully to get the best results from it.

You must see a doctor if your symptoms do not improve after three 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:

1.    What Oxy 5 is and what it is used for

2.    Before you use Oxy 5

3.    How to use Oxy 5

4.    Possible side effects How to store Oxy 5 Further information

1.    What Oxy 5 is and what it is used for

Oxy 5 is a lotion to be applied to the skin. It contains benzoyl peroxide and is used to treat spots and acne.

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

2.    Before you use Oxy 5 Do not use Oxy 5 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 5:

•    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 5 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 5

Oxy 5 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 5

Before using for the first time, rub Oxy 5 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 5.

•    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 5 once a day.

If no irritation occurs then you can use Oxy 5 twice a day if you need to, or follow the instructions given by your doctor

•    Wash your hands immediately after using Oxy 5

•    Do not use continuously for more than 3 months without seeing your doctor.

If you use more Oxy 5 than you should

If 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 5 you may get excessive redness and peeling. If this happens stop using the lotion immediately. If there is no improvement, see your doctor.

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

If you forget to use Oxy 5

Use Oxy 5 when you remember making sure you do not use it more than twice a day.

ake any Oxy 5 that is out of date to a pharmacist for disposal.

6. Further information What Oxy 5 contains The active substance is:

Benzoyl peroxide 5% 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 5 looks like and contents of the pack

Oxy 5 is a white lotion.

Each plastic bottle contains 30ml.

4.    Possible side effects

Like all medicines, Oxy 5 can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

Stop using Oxy 5 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 5 and some redness and peeling may occur, especially if you have fair or sensitive skin. This shows that Oxy 5 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 5

Keep out of the reach and sight of children.

Store in a cool place.

Keep the bottle tightly closed.

Do not use Oxy 5 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

Marketing authorisation holder:

Mcnthtfiatum

The Mentholatum Company Limited,

East Kilbride, G74 5PE, Scotland, UK.

Tel: 01355 848484

PL 00189/0034

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

Manufacturer:

GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare GmbH & Co. KG, Benzstrasse 25, 71083, Herrenberg, Germany

This leaflet was last revised February 2012.

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