Benzamycin

Who is Benzamycin for ?

The combination of erythromycin and benzoyl peroxide is used to treat acne. Erythromycin and benzoyl peroxide are in a class of medications called topical antibiotics. The combination of erythromycin and benzoyl peroxide works by killing the bacteria that cause acne.

When should I be careful taking Benzamycin ?

Before using erythromycin and benzoyl peroxide,

• tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to erythromycin (E.E.S., E-Mycin, Erythrocin), benzoyl peroxide (Benzac, Desquam, PanOxyl, Triaz, others), or any other medications.
• tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking. Be sure to mention other topical medications for acne. Your doctor may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects.
• tell your doctor if you have or have ever had any medical conditions.
• tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while using erythromycin and benzoyl peroxide, call your doctor.
• plan to avoid unnecessary or prolonged exposure to sunlight and to wear protective clothing, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Erythromycin and benzoyl peroxide may make your skin sensitive to sunlight.
• ask your doctor or pharmacist to recommend a moisturizer to keep your skin soft during treatment.
• you should know that Benzamycin Pak is flammable. Do not mix, apply, or store it near an open flame.

Benzamycin Side Effects

Erythromycin and benzoyl peroxide may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

• dry skin
• peeling, itching, stinging, burning, tingling, or redness of the skin
• oily, tender, or discolored skin

Some side effects can be serious. The following symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience any of them, call your doctor immediately:

• severe diarrhea
• blood or mucus in the stool
• severe stomach pain or cramps
• swelling of the face or nose
• eye or eyelid irritation and swelling
• hives
• changes in your skin or nails that may be signs of infection with a fungus

Erythromycin and benzoyl peroxide may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while using this medication.