Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
Benzoyl Peroxide
Drug Class
Anti-Acne Preparations
Chemical Class
Dibenzoylperoxide
ATC Code
D10AE01
Status
Essential Medicine
What is Benclin?
Uses
Benzoyl peroxide has an antibacterial effect. It also has a mild drying effect, which allows excess oils and dirt to be easily washed awa...
How It Works
Chemical Class
Dibenzoylperoxide
It is of Synthetic origin and belongs to Dibenzoylperoxide. It belongs to Dermatological Products pharmacological group. The Molecular Weight of Benzoyl Peroxide is 242.23.
How to Take It
1
Adult · Topical
5 to 10 % — 24 hourly
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2
Child · Topical
5 to 10 % — 24 hourly
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Safety Alerts
History of regional enteritis, ulcerative colitis or antibiotic associated colitis
Important Warnings
Avoid eyes, mouth and mucous membranes
Side Effects
Mild local irritation.
Drug Interactions
Applying benzoyl peroxide while you are also using tretinoin topical medicine may cause severe skin irritation. Brands that contain tretinoin include Avita
Renova
Retin-A
Tretin-X
and others. Medicine used on the skin is not likely to be affected by other drugs you use. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use
including prescription and over-the-counter medicines
vitamins
and herbal products .
Storage
Gel Store in a well closed container, Below 40°C. Do not Freeze.
Price Intelligence
Rs 523.68
DVAGO observed price · as of 30 July 2026
Rs 523.68 per unit
No approved ceiling matched to this exact pack and strength.
Prices across sources
DVAGORs 523.68
Should you consider an alternative?
Other options containing Benzoyl Peroxide, and what they are not.
Same active ingredient, a different dose. Never switch strength without your doctor or pharmacist.
Ordered by lowest price per unit where a pack size is known, then by price. Order is never affected by sponsorship. Not medical advice — confirm any change with your pharmacist or doctor.
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