Alamag (Aluminum Hydroxide and Magnesium Hydroxide Chewable Tablets) and PanOxyl

• Generic Name: aluminum hydroxide / magnesium hydroxide
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names:

  Alamag

• It is used to treat heartburn and upset stomach.
• It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.

• Generic Name: benzoyl peroxide topical
• Dosage Forms: soap
• Other Brand Names: Acne-Clear, Benzac AC, BenzePro, Benziq, Brevoxyl Acne Wash Kit, Clearskin, Fostex Wash 10%, NeoBenz Micro, Neutrogena Acne Mask, Oscion, Oxy Daily Wash, Oxy-10, Pacnex, PanOxyl, Persa-Gel, Riax, SoluCLENZ Rx, Triaz, BP Foaming Wash, BPO-10 Wash, BPO-5 Wash, Effaclor Duo, Neutrogena Clear Pore, PanOxyl Wash, PanOxyl-4 Creamy Wash, PanOxyl-8 Creamy Wash, BenzEFoam, Brevoxyl, Inova

Benzoyl peroxide has an antibacterial effect. It also has a mild drying effect, which allows excess oils and dirt to be easily washed away from the skin.

PanOxyl (for the skin) is used to treat acne.

There are many brands and forms of benzoyl peroxide available. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet.

PanOxyl may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.