How do you take Benzamycin?

This medication is for use only on the skin. Before applying, wash the affected areas thoroughly, rinse with warm water, then gently pat dry. Apply a thin layer of this medication as directed by your doctor, usually twice daily (in the morning and in the evening).

Do you rub in Benzamycin?

Topical application routeApply a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area. Rub it in gently. Before applying this medicine, wash your skin gently with warm water and pat it dry. If you have just shaved, you should wait 30 minutes before applying the medicine to prevent stinging or irritation.

Do you wash off erythromycin benzoyl gel?

This medicine is for use on the skin only. Do not get it in your eyes, nose, or mouth. Do not use it on skin areas that have cuts or scrapes. If it does get on these areas, rinse it off right away.

Is Benzamycin good for acne?

Benzamycin (erythromycin / benzoyl peroxide) is a topical combination medication that works well to treat acne.

How long should I wait to apply moisturizer after benzoyl peroxide?

After applying benzoyl peroxide, it is important that you wait 5-15 minutes for it to dry before applying anything else. Any additional cream or product that comes in contact with it before it has completed its work will likely inhibit benzoyl peroxide from working properly on your skin.

Can I put moisturizer over benzoyl peroxide?

If you use a product containing benzoyl peroxide, it is best to wait until this product has been fully absorbed before applying a serum and/or moisturiser. Benzoyl peroxide works best when it has the chance to absorb into the skin first. This only takes a few seconds.

Can I leave benzoyl peroxide overnight?

Leaving a wash on overnight may irritate the skin due to the detergents in the wash. There are however benzoyl peroxide products that can be used as a wash, short-contact therapy (meaning you leave it on for 10-15 minutes then wash off) or as a leave-on product.