What is PERSOL FORTE?n

PERSOL FORTE contains benzoyl peroxidenCONSUMER MEDICINE INFORMATION

What PERSOL FORTE is used for?n

PERSOL FORTE is used to treat Acne which often refer to as pimples or spotsn

TALK TO YOUR DOCTORn

Talk to your doctor before taking PERSOL FORTE, If younnAre allergic to benzoyl peroxide or any of the other ingredients of this medicine

PREGNANCY AND BREAST-FEEDINGn

If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or planning to have baby, ask your doctor for advice before taking this medicinenn

INTERACTIONS

Tell your doctor, if you are using,nnOther acne medicines containing tretinoin, isotretinoin or tazarotenenSulphonamide-containing products such as dapsone and sulfacetamide

DIRECTIONS FOR USEnn

Always use this medicine exactly as your doctor has told younWash the affected area with a mild skin cleanser and water, and gently pat your skin drynApply the medicine in a thin layer once or twice a day to all the affected areasnIf you have sensitive skin apply the medicine once daily before going to bednYou should try to avoid exposure to strong sunlight while using PERSOL FORTEnIf exposure is unavoidable, use a suitable sunscreen lotion and apply PERSOL FORTE in the eveningnRemember to wash the affected area before usenIf you use more PERSOL FORTE nnIf you have taken more PERSOL FORTE than you should, talk to your doctor immediatelyn If you forget to use PERSOL FORTE nnIf you forget to use your medicine at the right timenWhen you remember, start using the product again, in the same way as beforenIf you stop taking PERSOL FORTE nnDo not stop taking the PERSOL FORTE until the doctor has told you to do so

SIDE EFFECTSn

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets themnn

SERIOUS

Raised and itchy rash (hives)nSwelling of the face, eyes, lips, tongue or mouth (angioedema), having difficulty in breathingnFaintingnSevere redness, itching or peeling of the skin occurs, or you experience face swelling

COMMON

Itching of the skin (pruritus)nPain of the skin (pain, stinging)nSkin irritation (irritant contact dermatitis)

UNCOMMON

Dry skinnSkin rednessnPeeling of the skinnBurning sensation of the skinnAllergic contact dermatitis

STORAGE

Keep out of reach of childrennStore at room temperature (15-25?C)nDo not use this medicine after the expiry date