Benzamycin (erythromycin base/benzoyl peroxide)
Acne Antibiotics Topical Gel (GRAM)
Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data
Overview
Erythromycin is a macrolide antibiotic.
USES: This product is used to treat moderate acne. It helps to reduce the number of pimples. This medication is a combination of 2 drugs.
Erythromycin works by stopping the growth of acne-causing bacteria. It belongs to a class of drugs known as macrolide antibiotics. Benzoyl peroxide also kills acne-causing bacteria and causes the top layer of skin to dry and peel off so that new skin can form.
This product also contains alcohol which helps to dry extra oils from the skin.
Generic name: erythromycin base/benzoyl peroxide
Pronunciation: (eh-rith-row-MY-sin/BEN-zoh-ill per-OX-ide)
Drug class: Acne Antibiotics
Therapeutic class: Dermatological
Reference product & biosimilars
No reference, biosimilar or interchangeable associated with this drug.
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Indications
The following indications are listed for Benzamycin:
- Acne Vulgaris
Also known as: Acne Simplex, Common Acne, Simple Acne.
Dosing
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| Drug label | Dosing type | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Benzamycin Gel | Maintenance | Apply to the affected area(s) by topical route 2 times per day in themorning and evening. |
| Drug label | Dosing type | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Erythromycin-Benzoyl Gel | Maintenance | Apply to the affected area(s) by topical route 2 times per day in themorning and evening. |
Drug interactions
Topical acne preparations containing peeling, desquamating, or abrasive agents (e.g., benzoyl peroxide, tretinoin, salicylic acid, sulfur) should be used cautiously in patients using topical anti-infectives because a cumulative irritant effect could occur. In addition, information on the physical and/or chemical compatibility of topical anti-infectives and other topical acne preparations is not available. Concurrent use of abrasive or medicated soaps or cosmetic products containing alcohol (e.g., astringents, after-shave lotions) may also cause a cumulative irritant or drying effect in patients using topical anti-infectives.
Because of possible competitive binding for the 50S ribosomal subunit (see Mechanism of Action), erythromycin and clindamycin probably should not be used concomitantly.
There are no contraindication interactions for this drug.
There are no severe interactions for this drug.
There are no moderate interactions for this drug.
Contraindications
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There are no contraindication contraindications for this drug.
- Exfoliative dermatitis
- No disease contraindications
Adverse reactions
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Less Frequent
- Skin irritation
Rare or Very Rare
- Anaphylaxis
- Angioedema
- Dermatitis due to topical drug
- Dyspnea
- Facial edema
- Hypersensitivity drug reaction
- Periorbital edema
- Pharyngeal edema
- Pruritus of skin
- Skin rash
- Syncope
- Throat constriction
- Urticaria
More Frequent
- Dry skin
- Pruritus of skin
- Skin irritation
- Stinging of skin
Less Frequent
- Abnormal desquamation
- Abnormal desquamation
- Dry skin
- Erythema
- Erythema
- Sensation of warmth
- Stinging of skin
Rare or Very Rare
- Dyschromia
Precautions
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Safe use of erythromycin topical preparations during pregnancy has not been established.
Safe use of erythromycin topical preparations during lactation has not been established.
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ICD codes
| Code | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Acne vulgaris | ||
| L70.0 | ICD10CM | Acne vulgaris |
ICD code information from First Databank (FDB).
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Last reviewed · Source: First Databank (FDB) drug data
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