Benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid topical and Coditussin AC

• Generic Name: benzoyl peroxide / salicylic acid topical
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names:

  Cleanse & Treat, Cleanse & Treat Plus, Inova 4/1, Inova 8/2

Benzoyl peroxide has an antibacterial effect. It also has a mild drying effect that allows excess oil and dirt to be washed away.

Salicylic acid is a peeling agent that causes shedding of the outer layer of skin.

Benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid topical (for the skin) is a combination medicine used to treat severe acne.

This medication is not for use in treating mild forms of acne. The strength of benzoyl peroxide contained in this medication is higher than that used in many over-the-counter acne products. Severe skin irritation can result from improper use of this product.

Benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: codeine / guaifenesin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Allfen CD, Cheracol with Codeine, Cheratussin AC, Codar GF, Duraganidin NR, Guaiatussin AC, Iophen-C NR, Mar-cof CG, M-Clear, Mytussin AC, Relcof C, Guaifenesin AC Liquid, Iophen C-NR, Mar-cof CG, Ninjacof-XG, Virtussin A/C

• It is used to thin mucus so it can be taken from the body by coughing.
• It is used to relieve coughing.