Resorcinol and Sulfur (Topical)
Brand Names : Acnomel Acne Cream, Bensulfoid Cream, Clearasil Adult Care Medicated Blemish Cream, Clearasil Adult Care Medicated Blemish Stick, Night Cast Special Formula Mask-lotion, Rezamid Acne Treatment, Sulforcin, Acne-Aid Gel, Acnomel Cake, Acnomel Cream, Acnomel Vanishing Cream, Rezamid Lotion
Proper Use of This MedicineUse this medicine only as directed
. Do not use more of it and do not
use it more often than recommended on the label, unless otherwise directed
by your doctor. To do so may increase the chance of absorption through the
skin and the chance of resorcinol poisoning.
Before using this medicine, wash the affected areas thoroughly and gently
pat dry. Then apply a small amount to the affected areas and spread on gently,
but do not rub in.
Immediately after using this medicine, wash your hands to remove any medicine
that may be on them.
Keep this medicine away from the eyes
. If you
should accidentally get some in your eyes, flush them thoroughly with water.
Dosing - The dose of resorcinol and sulfur combination
will be different for different patients. Follow your
doctor's orders or the directions on the label
. The following information
includes only the average doses of resorcinol and sulfur combination. If your dose is different, do not change it
unless your
doctor tells you to do so.
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For acne and similar skin conditions:
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For cake
dosage form:
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Adults and children - Use two or three times a day.
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For cream
dosage form:
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Adults and children - Use one to three times a day.
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For gel and stick
dosage forms:
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Adults and children - Use as needed.
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For lotion
dosage form:
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Adults and children - Use two times a day.
Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, apply it as
soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the
missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage - To store this medicine:
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Keep out of the reach of children.
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Store away from heat and direct light.
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Keep the medicine from freezing.
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Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure
that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.
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