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What happens if I miss a dose (Zoderm)?

Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the dose you missed and apply only the next regularly scheduled dose.

What happens if I overdose (Zoderm)?

An overdose of benzoyl peroxide and urea topical is unlikely to threaten life. If an overdose is suspected, or if benzoyl peroxide and urea topical has been ingested, call a poison control center or emergency room for advice.

What should I avoid while using benzoyl peroxide and urea topical (Zoderm)?

Do not use benzoyl peroxide and urea topical on sunburned, windburned, dry, chapped, or irritated skin. It could make these conditions worse. Also avoid using benzoyl peroxide and urea topical on wounds or on areas of eczema. Wait until these conditions have healed before using this medication.

Do not use other topical products on the same area at the same time unless directed to do so by your doctor. Other products may interfere with the effects or absorption of benzoyl peroxide and urea topical.

Do not cover the area after applying benzoyl peroxide and urea topical, unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Doing so could cause too much medicine to be absorbed by the body and could be harmful.

Avoid using harsh, abrasive, or irritating cleansers, perfumes, or cosmetics on the area being treated.

Avoid contact with clothing and hair. Benzoyl peroxide may cause bleaching.

Benzoyl peroxide and urea topical may increase the sensitivity of the skin to sunlight. Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight or artificial UV light (e.g., sunlamps). Use a sunscreen on treated areas while using benzoyl peroxide and urea topical.

Avoid combining sunscreen containing PABA and benzoyl peroxide. Temporary skin discoloration may occur if they are used together.

What other drugs will affect benzoyl peroxide and urea topical (Zoderm)?

Do not use benzoyl peroxide and urea topical during treatment with tretinoin (Altinac, Avita, Renova, Retin-A), unless otherwise directed by your doctor. The combination could lead to severe skin irritation.

Do not use other topical products on the same area at the same time unless directed to do so by your doctor. Other products may interfere with the effects or absorption of benzoyl peroxide and urea topical.

Avoid using harsh, abrasive, or irritating cleansers, perfumes, or cosmetics on the area being treated.

Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with benzoyl peroxide and urea topical. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including vitamins, minerals, and herbal products.

Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist has additional information about benzoyl peroxide and urea topical written for health professionals that you may read.

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.

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