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Business · 04/03/2010Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read

FDA Classifies Benzoyl Peroxide as Safe and Effective for Over-the-Counter Acne Treatment

Summary

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a final rule allowing benzoyl peroxide to be used in over-the-counter (OTC) topical acne treatments, while also updating labeling requirements for other common acne ingredients.

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