Benzoyl peroxide: lack of sensitization
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- 1 September 1982
- journal article
- Published by Medical Journals Sweden AB in Acta Dermato-Venereologica
- Vol. 62 (5) , 458-459
- https://doi.org/10.2340/0001555562458459
Abstract
A prospective study of 445 patients using benzoyl peroxide, observed regularly over a 12-month period, uncovered only a very low incidence of moderate or severe local reaction. There was, however, a significant level of mild primary irritant dermatitis which settled with continued use. In only 6 patients was there severe local reaction; one patient was lost to follow-up but in the 5 patients patch tested, only one had a contact allergic dermatitis. The study indicates the overall cutaneous safety of benzoyl peroxide.Keywords
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