Benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid topical and Zerlor

• 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: acetaminophen / caffeine / dihydrocodeine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Dvorah, Panlor Tablet, Trezix, Panlor DC, Panlor SS, Zerlor

Acetaminophen, caffeine, and dihydrocodeine combination is used to relieve moderate to moderately severe pain.

Acetaminophen is used to relieve pain and reduce fever in patients. It does not become habit-forming when taken for a long time. But acetaminophen may cause other unwanted effects when taken in large doses, including liver damage. Caffeine is a CNS stimulant that is used with pain relievers to increase their effect. It has also been used for migraine headaches. Dihydrocodeine belongs to the group of medicines called narcotic analgesics (pain medicines). It acts on the central nervous system (CNS) to relieve pain.

When dihydrocodeine is used for a long time or in large doses, it may become habit-forming, causing mental or physical dependence. However, people who have continuing pain should not let the fear of dependence keep them from using narcotics to relieve their pain. Mental dependence (addiction) is not likely to occur when narcotics are used for this purpose. Physical dependence may lead to withdrawal side effects if treatment is stopped suddenly. However, severe withdrawal side effects can usually be prevented by gradually reducing the dose over a period of time before treatment is stopped completely.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.