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

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

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๐Ÿญ Canbro Healthcare ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Jul 2, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
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SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jul 02, 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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๐Ÿ’Š bezal ac 5% gel Uses & Benefits

Treatment of acne vulgaris (mild to moderate).

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

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Benzoyl Peroxide
Brand NameAczest Creamy Face Wash
ManufacturerCanbro Healthcare
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassDERMA
Action ClassKeratoplastic and keratolytic agents
Route of AdministrationTopical
StorageStore at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from excessive heat and light.
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ 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.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take bezal ac 5% gel

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

Dosage Timeline

๐ŸŒ… Morning โœ… โ˜€๏ธ Afternoon โŒ ๐ŸŒ† Evening โœ… ๐ŸŒ™ Night โŒ

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of bezal ac 5% gel

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Skin irritation
  • Dryness
  • Peeling
  • Redness
  • Stinging or burning sensation

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

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

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Contact dermatitis
  • Photosensitivity

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
Tretinoin Moderate Increased skin irritation
Isotretinoin Moderate Increased risk of skin dryness and irritation
Sunscreens Minor May reduce efficacy of benzoyl peroxide

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • Tretinoin
  • Isotretinoin
  • Sunscreens containing aminobenzoic acid

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • Clindamycin topical
  • Erythromycin topical
  • Other topical acne agents

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Cosmetics containing alcohol or astringents

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

None known.

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

May increase skin irritation and dryness.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

Liver
Low
Kidney
Low
Heart
Low
Pregnancy
Category C

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to benzoyl peroxide or any component of the formulation.

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

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

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

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

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

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

โฐ Missed Dose

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

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

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Reviewed: Jul 02, 2026

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