What Is Acnecide Gel?nAcnecide contains the active ingredient benzoyl peroxide 5% which attacks the bacteria (germs) known as Propionibacterium acnes, one of the main causes of acne.nYour Doctor or Pharmacist has recommended this medicine to treat your acne.nAcne appears as blackheads and whiteheads which people often refer to as pimples or spots.  You can use Acnecide on the face, neck and back.nHow to use Acnecide Gel?nFor External Use OnlynUnless instructed otherwise by your Doctor or Pharmacist -nWash the affected area with a mild skin cleanser and water, and gently pat your skin drynApply the gel in a thin layer once or twice a day to all of the affected areasnIf you have sensitive skin apply the gel once daily before bednAny drying or peeling which may occur to your skin may be reduced if you alter the number of times you apply i.e. once a day or once every 2 days until your skin adjusts to the treatmentnTry to avoid exposure to strong sunlight whilst using Acnecide - If exposure is unavoidable, use a suitable sunscreen lotion and apply Acnecide in the evening after washing.nAfter 1 month of use visit your Doctor or Pharmacist so that they can check on the improvement of your condition.nPrecautionsnTalk to your Doctor or Pharmacist before using Acnecide GelnDO NOT use Acnecide if you are allergic to any of the ingredients (see Patient Information Leaflet with product)nDO NOT apply to damaged skinnMay cause swelling and blistering, if this occurs discontinue usenAvoid contact with eyes, mouth, angles of the nose and other mucous surfaces such as the lining of your nose.  If accidental contact should occur, rinse thoroughly with warm waternALWAYS READ FULL PATIENT INFORMATION LEAFLET BEFORE USEn n