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Benzoyl Peroxide

3 interactions on record

Benzoyl Peroxide has 3 known drug interactions based on U.S. FDA drug labeling data. Notable interactions include combinations with Tazarotene. Patients taking Benzoyl Peroxide should inform their healthcare provider of all current medications — including over-the-counter drugs and supplements — to avoid potentially harmful combinations. Data sourced from OpenFDA and the NIH National Library of Medicine.

Total: 3
Moderate: 1
Minor: 2

Moderate (1)

Benzoyl Peroxide + Tazarotene— Oxidizing agents such as benzoyl peroxide may cause degradation of tazarotene and reduce clinical efficacy. Apply at dif…

Minor (2)

Benzoyl Peroxide + Dapsone— Topical co-application may result in temporary local yellow or orange skin discoloration and discoloration of facial hai…
Benzoyl Peroxide + Dapsone Gel, 5%— Topical benzoyl peroxide used concurrently with dapsone gel may result in temporary local yellow or orange skin discolor…

Benzoyl Peroxide + Tazarotene🟡Moderate

Oxidizing agents such as benzoyl peroxide may cause degradation of tazarotene and reduce clinical efficacy. Apply at different times of day if combination therapy is required.

Benzoyl Peroxide + Dapsone🟢Minor

Topical co-application may result in temporary local yellow or orange skin discoloration and discoloration of facial hair, resolving within 4-57 days.

Benzoyl Peroxide + Dapsone Gel, 5%🟢Minor

Topical benzoyl peroxide used concurrently with dapsone gel may result in temporary local yellow or orange skin discoloration, with resolution in 4 to 57 days.

Data sourced from U.S. FDA drug labeling via openFDA and the NIH National Library of Medicine. For informational purposes only. Always consult your pharmacist or physician.