ACNE FORTE Acne Treatment Cream BENZOYL PEROXIDE 50 mg/mL Cream
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🆔 Identity & classification
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🏷️ RxNorm drug class
This medicine belongs to the Peroxides class.
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🩺 Clinical
Benzoyl peroxide is used to treat mild to moderate acne.
Read the full MedlinePlus article ↗- Most benzoyl peroxide products are used to treat acne — they clear up pimples, blemishes, blackheads, and whiteheads, and help keep new ones from forming. One prescription product,...
- What exactly is benzoyl peroxide used for?
- Yes, some dryness, redness, peeling, and mild irritation are very common, especially when you first start. The best strategy is to begin with just once daily and slowly work up to...
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Allantoin is a naturally derived compound that helps soften and soothe skin. In medicines, it works as a skin-conditioning agent and may help support wound healing and reduce irritation in topical formulations.
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Aloe vera leaf is a plant extract derived from the aloe plant. It is used in medicines as a natural moisturizer and skin-soothing agent in topical formulations.
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Benzyl alcohol is a clear liquid used as a preservative and solvent in medicines. It helps prevent bacterial and fungal growth and dissolves other ingredients to create uniform liquid formulations.
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Bilberry is a natural plant extract from bilberry fruit. It's used in medicines as a colorant and flavoring agent to improve taste and appearance.
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A synthetic polymer made by crosslinking acrylic acid with allyl sucrose. It thickens liquids, forms gels, and helps control how fast the medicine is released in your body.
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DMDM hydantoin is a preservative chemical used to prevent the growth of bacteria and fungi in medicines. It helps keep the product safe and stable throughout its shelf life.
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Glycerin is a clear, thick liquid derived from plant oils or fats. It acts as a humectant to retain moisture, a sweetener, and a solvent in medications.
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A plant extract from green tea leaves. It's used as an antioxidant ingredient to help preserve the medicine and maintain its stability during storage.
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Hamamelis virginiana is an extract from the witch hazel plant. In medications, it's used as an astringent and skin-soothing agent to help reduce irritation and provide a mild drying effect in topical formulations.
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Hyaluronate sodium is a natural carbohydrate that holds moisture. It's used in medicines as a lubricant, thickener, and moisture-retaining agent to improve texture and delivery of the active ingredient.
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A synthetic antimicrobial chemical used as a preservative in topical and cosmetic formulations. It prevents bacterial and fungal growth in products to maintain stability and safety during storage and use.
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Lemon is a citrus fruit extract used as a natural flavoring agent and acidulant to add tart taste and help preserve medicines while improving their palatability.
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Methylisothiazolinone is a synthetic chemical preservative that prevents bacterial and fungal growth in liquid medicines and topical products. It helps keep the medication safe and extends shelf life during storage.
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Orange oil obtained by cold pressing orange peel. It serves as a flavoring agent and fragrance in medicines to improve taste and aroma.
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A synthetic emulsifier derived from sorbitol and oleic acid. It helps mix oil and water-based ingredients together and keeps them from separating in liquid formulations.
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Propylene glycol is a clear liquid derived from petroleum or vegetable sources. It acts as a solvent, humectant, and preservative in medicines, helping dissolve active ingredients and maintain product stability.
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Sage is a natural plant extract used in medicines as a flavoring agent and preservative. It may help mask bitter tastes and extend shelf life in certain formulations.
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A plant extract from black willow bark used as a natural flavoring agent and to add medicinal plant material to the formulation. It may also help preserve the product.
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Sodium citrate is a salt derived from citric acid. It works as a buffer to maintain the medicine's pH level and may also help improve taste or act as a preservative in the formulation.
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A natural sweetener and carbohydrate derived from sugarcane plants. In medicines, it sweetens the taste to improve palatability and may serve as a bulking agent or binder in tablets and powders.
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Trolamine is an alkaline compound used as a pH buffer and emulsifier in medicines. It helps neutralize acids, stabilize formulations, and enable mixing of oil and water-based ingredients.
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Water is a liquid solvent that dissolves and mixes ingredients together in liquid medicines, syrups, and injections. It helps distribute the active drug evenly throughout the product.
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White tea is a plant-derived ingredient made from tea leaves. It may be used in medicines as a flavoring agent or for its antioxidant properties to help preserve the product's stability.
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Xanthan gum is a thickening and stabilizing ingredient made from fermented corn or other sugars. It's added to medicines to improve texture, prevent separation of liquids and solids, and help the product stay consistent.
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💲 Pricing
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| Price system | Per g | Per package |
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| Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly | Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs. | |
| Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo | No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data. | |
| Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly | No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data. | |
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🔁 Therapeutic equivalents
| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
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| Rugby Benzoyl Peroxide Wash Acne Medication 50 mg/mL 00536-1259-19 | Rugby | 236 ml | $0.028 | — | Availability likely | — |
| Rugby Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Medication 50 mg/mL 00536-1057-75 | Rugby | 1 tube | $0.067 | — | Discontinued | — |
| Rugby Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Medication 50 mg/mL 00536-1055-25 | Rugby | 1 tube | $0.217 | — | Availability likely | — |
| Proactiv Emergency Blemish Relief 5 g/100g 11410-0012-09 | Alchemee, | 1 tube | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| ACNE FORTE Acne Treatment Cream 50 mg/mLthis 52063-0709-00 | GSCM | 1 jar | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| SERIOUS SKINCARE Continuously Clear Clearz It 50 mg/mL 53755-0392-00 | Flageoli | 59 ml | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Breakout Control Bioelements 5 g/100mL 56152-4009-02 | Cosmetic | 1 bottle | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Dermisa Acne Treatment 5 g/100g 68343-0123-01 | Montani | 28 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| PCA SKIN Acne 5 g/100g 68726-0169-04 | CP | 1 jar | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Face Reality 5% Advanced Acne Med 50 mg/mL 70707-0157-01 | Face | 1 tube | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| MD-Acne Body Acne Treatment 50 mg/mL 71804-0230-06 | MD | 180 ml | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| MDacne Body Acne Treatment Benzoyl Peroxide 50 mg/mL 71804-0532-00 | MDAlgorithms | 90 ml | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| MDacne Customized Acne Treatment Benzoyl Peroxide 50 mg/mL 71804-0536-00 | MDAlgorithms | 1 tube | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Monat Acne Treatment 5 g/100mL 78518-0295-01 | Monat | 15 ml | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| BLAIR and JACK Anti-Bump Acne Treatment 50 mg/mL 84377-0489-00 | Blair | 1 jar | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Acne Treatment 50 mg/mL 67226-2050-03 | Vivier | 1 tube | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Acne Med 5% 50 mg/mL 70707-0211-15 | Face | 1 bottle | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| HUMANE Acne Spot Treatment 50 mg/mL 73010-0127-00 | Apprendista, | 1 tube | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Nighttime Control 50 mg/mL 76458-0333-02 | Circadia | 1 bottle | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| 5 Percent Benzoyl Peroxide Cleanser 50 mg/mL 81136-0023-01 | Brand | 1 tube | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| MEDPURA Benzoyl Peroxide Aqueous Base, Acne Treatment Gel 50 mg/mL 71399-9478-05 | Akron | 1 tube | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Rugby Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Medication 50 mg/mL 50090-1720-00 | A-S | 1 tube | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Walgreens Daily Acne Cleanser- Sensitive Skin Formula 50 mg/mL 00363-5602-01 | Walgreen | 1 tube | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| OXY Sensitive Face Wash Maximum Soothing 50 mg/mL 10742-1313-01 | The | 148 ml | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Clenziderm Therapeutic 50 mg/mL 62032-0611-01 | Obagi | 47 ml | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| OXY Advanced Care Sensitive Skin Acne Cleanser 50 mg/mL 10742-1203-01 | The | 148 ml | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| 5 Acne Med 50 mg/mL 70707-0155-15 | Face | 1 tube | — | — | Discontinued | — |
| Naturium Benzoyl Peroxide Cleanser 5% 50 mg/mL 76354-0123-01 | e.l.f. | 1 tube | — | — | FDA listed | — |
| Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Medication 50 mg/mL 68071-2307-05 | NuCare | 42.5 ml | — | — | FDA listed | — |
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⏳ Availability & generic status
We did not find an FDA-approved generic match for this exact strength, form and route.
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📊 Medicare Part D spend CMS · PART D · 2026 (Q1)
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📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product
| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Status |
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| 52063-0709-00 You're viewing this | 1 JAR in 1 BOX (52063-709-00) / 59 mL in 1 JAR | 2022-01-10 | Active |
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| NADAC pharmacy acquisition price (CMS) | — Not published for this NDC CMS publishes NADAC only for NDCs reported in its retail-pharmacy survey. |
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| HCPCS J-code billing crosswalk | — Not published for this NDC Most self-administered / retail products have no J-code — that is normal. |
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📄 FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
Uses: For the treatment of acne.
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
Directions: clean the skin thoroughly before applying this product cover the entire affected area with a thin layer one to three times daily. because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two or three times daily if needed or as directed by a doctor if bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day. if going outside, apply sunscreen after using this product. If irritation or sensitivity develops, stop use of both products and ask a doctor
⚠️ Warnings ▾
Warnings: For external use only When using this product skin irritation and dryness is more likely to occur if you use another topical acne medication at the same time. If irritation occurs, only use one topical acne medication at a time. avoid unnecessary sun exposure and use a sunscreen avoid contact with the eyes, lips, and mouth avoid contact wih hair and dyed fabrics, which may be bleached by this product skin irritation may occur, characterized by redness, burning, itching, peeling, or possibly swelling. Irritation may be reduced by using the product less frequently or in a lower concentration.
Do not use if you have very sensitive skin are sensitive to benzoyl peroxide. Stop use and ask a doctor if irritation becomes severe. Keep out of reach of children.
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use
🧪 Active Ingredient ▾
Active ingredients Benzoyl peroxide 5.00% Purpose Acne Treatment
🧪 Inactive Ingredients ▾
Inactive ingredients: Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Allantoin, ALoe Barbadensis Leaf (Aloe Vera Gel) Juice, Aqua (Deionized Water), Benzyl Alcohol, Betula Alba (Brich) Extract, Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Extract, camellia Sinensis (White Tea) Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Oil, DMDM Hydantoin, Glycerin, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel), Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Manuka Honey, Methylisothiazolinone, Parfum (Fragrance), Propylene Glycol, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Oil, Polysorbate-20, Salix Nigra (Willow) Bark Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Extract, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Triethanolamine, Vaccinium Myrtillus (Bilberry Extract, Xanthan Gum.
🎯 Purpose ▾
Purpose Acne Treatment