Erythromycin and benzoyl peroxide Topical and Gianvi

• Generic Name: benzoyl peroxide / erythromycin topical
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Benzamycin, Benzamycin Pak, Aktipak

Erythromycin and benzoyl peroxide combination is used to treat acne. It works by killing the bacteria that cause acne and by keeping the skin pores clean (tiny openings on the skin).

Erythromycin and benzoyl peroxide is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: drospirenone / ethinyl estradiol
• Dosage Forms: tablets
• Other Brand Names: Gianvi, Jasmiel, Loryna, Nikki, Ocella, Syeda, Vestura, Yasmin, Yaz, Zarah, Lo-Zumandimine, Zumandimine, Ocella, Yasmin 28, Yaz

Gianvi is a combination birth control pill containing female hormones that prevent ovulation (the release of an egg from an ovary). Gianvi also causes changes in your cervical mucus and uterine lining, making it harder for sperm to reach the uterus and harder for a fertilized egg to attach to the uterus.

Gianvi is used as contraception to prevent pregnancy. This medicine is also used to treat moderate acne in women who are at least 14 years old and have started having menstrual periods, and who wish to use birth control pills.

Yaz is also used to treat the symptoms of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), such as anxiety, depression, irritability, trouble concentrating, lack of energy, sleep or appetite changes, breast tenderness, joint or muscle pain, headache, and weight gain.

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