bezal ac 5% gel - Benzoyl Peroxide (5% w/w) medicine

Bezal AC 5% Gel - Uses, Price, Side Effects

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Benzoyl Peroxide (5% w/w)

🏭 Canbro Healthcare 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: Aug 22, 2026

📋 Prescription Required 💊 Generic Available

Medically Reviewed

SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 22, 2026

What is bezal ac 5% gel used for?

Bezal AC 5% Gel contains Benzoyl Peroxide 5% w/w, a topical agent used to treat acne. It works by killing acne-causing bacteria, reducing inflammation, and helping to unclog pores. Apply a thin layer to affected areas once or twice daily after cleansing. Common side effects include dryness, peeling, and redness.

Generic Name: Benzoyl Peroxide
Manufacturer: Canbro Healthcare
Form: Allopathy
Pregnancy Category: C
Prescription Required: Yes

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💊 bezal ac 5% gel Uses & Benefits

Treatment of acne vulgaris (mild to moderate).

Off-label uses: Treatment of folliculitis, Treatment of rosacea (off-label)

📋 Drug Information

Generic Name(s)	Benzoyl Peroxide
Brand Name	Aczest Creamy Face Wash
Manufacturer	Canbro Healthcare
Packaging / Form	Varies by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic Class	DERMA
Action Class	Keratoplastic and keratolytic agents
Route of Administration	Topical
Storage	Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F); protect from excessive heat and light.
Shelf Life	As per manufacturer

🔬 Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionMinimal systemic absorption after topical application; less than 5% absorbed through skin.

DistributionNot extensively distributed; remains primarily in skin layers.

Protein BindingNot applicable due to minimal systemic absorption.

MetabolismMetabolized in skin to benzoic acid, then conjugated with glycine to form hippuric acid and excreted renally.

Half-LifeNot well defined; rapid cutaneous metabolism.

ExcretionRenal excretion as hippuric acid.

BioavailabilityMinimal systemic bioavailability (<5%).

Onset of ActionWithin 2-3 days of regular use.

Peak Plasma TimeNot applicable due to topical route.

Duration of ActionSustained antimicrobial effect for up to 48 hours after application.

How It Works

Oxidizing agent that releases free oxygen radicals, which oxidize bacterial proteins and inhibit bacterial growth; also has keratolytic and comedolytic effects.

Mechanism Steps

1Benzoyl peroxide penetrates the stratum corneum and enters pilosebaceous units.

2It decomposes to release free oxygen radicals.

3Free radicals oxidize bacterial proteins and lipids, disrupting cell membranes of Propionibacterium acnes.

💡 How to Take bezal ac 5% gel

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

Dosage Timeline

🌅 Morning ✅ ☀️ Afternoon ❌ 🌆 Evening ✅ 🌙 Night ❌

⚠️ Side Effects of bezal ac 5% gel

✅ Common Side Effects

Skin irritation
Dryness
Peeling
Redness
Stinging or burning sensation

🚨 Serious Side Effects

Severe allergic reactions (rash, hives, itching, difficulty breathing)
Severe skin irritation or blistering

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

Contact dermatitis
Photosensitivity

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

🔬 Drug Interactions

⚠️ Drug	Severity	Effect
Tretinoin	Moderate	Increased skin irritation
Isotretinoin	Moderate	Increased risk of skin dryness and irritation
Sunscreens	Minor	May reduce efficacy of benzoyl peroxide

🚨 Major Interactions

Tretinoin
Isotretinoin
Sunscreens containing aminobenzoic acid

⚡ Moderate Interactions

Clindamycin topical
Erythromycin topical
Other topical acne agents

ℹ️ Minor Interactions

Cosmetics containing alcohol or astringents

🍽️ Food Interactions

None known.

🍷 Alcohol Interaction

May increase skin irritation and dryness.

🛡️ Safety & Warnings

Liver

Low

Kidney

Low

Heart

Low

Pregnancy

Category C

🚫 Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to benzoyl peroxide or any component of the formulation.

📊 Monitoring Parameters

Monitor for skin irritation, redness, peeling, and improvement of acne lesions.

🤱 Lactation Safety

Safety not established; use with caution. Minimal systemic absorption suggests low risk.

💊 Overdose Management

Overdose unlikely due to topical use; if ingested, treat symptomatically and supportively.

⏰ Missed Dose

Apply as soon as remembered; if almost time for next dose, skip missed dose and resume regular schedule. Do not double up.

👨‍⚕️ Reviewed by Expert

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MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 22, 2026

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⭐ User Reviews

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.

Bezal AC 5% Gel - Uses, Price, Side Effects

What is bezal ac 5% gel used for?

💊 bezal ac 5% gel Uses & Benefits

📋 Drug Information

🔬 Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

How It Works

Mechanism Steps

💡 How to Take bezal ac 5% gel

Dosage Timeline

⚠️ Side Effects of bezal ac 5% gel

✅ Common Side Effects

🚨 Serious Side Effects

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

🔬 Drug Interactions

🚨 Major Interactions

⚡ Moderate Interactions

ℹ️ Minor Interactions

🍽️ Food Interactions

🍷 Alcohol Interaction

🛡️ Safety & Warnings

🚫 Contraindications

📊 Monitoring Parameters

🤱 Lactation Safety

💊 Overdose Management

⏰ Missed Dose

👨‍⚕️ Reviewed by Expert

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