PanOxyl Aquagel is a keratolytic agent with antibacterial actions, which can be used to treat acne. PanOxyl Aquagel contains Benzoyl Peroxide which has an antibacterial effect. It also has a mild drying effect, which allows excess oils and dirt to be easily washed away from the skin.

Even though PanOxyl Aquagel is available without a prescription, you should consult with your doctor before you buy PanOxyl Aquagel or Benzoyl Peroxide generic and start using it, if you are currently using Tretinoin-containing Avita, Altinac, Renova, Tretin-X, Retin-A. Using Tretinoin along with PanOxyl Aquagel or generic Benzoyl Peroxide could result in severe skin irritations and make your condition worse. You should avoid using PanOxyl Aquagel on wind burned, sunburned, irritated, chapped, or broken skin. The generic alternative is not manufactured by the same company that makes the brand product.

Several weeks may pass before you see improvement in your acne. Continue to use PanOxyl Aquagel for the full time recommended by your doctor. If your acne does not improve or if it gets worse, check with your doctor. You should not use any other medicines, special cleansers, aftershave or cosmetics on your skin while you are using PanOxyl Aquagel without checking with your doctor first.

Some of the common side effects associated with PanOxyl Aquagel or generic Benzoyl Peroxide can include mild burning or stinging, itchiness or a tingly feeling, and dryness, peeling, redness or irritation of the skin. You should contact your doctor immediately if you experience a severe allergic reaction or severe stinging or burning of the skin.