Benzoyl Peroxide
A topical antimicrobial agent widely used to treat acne by killing bacteria on the skin and helping to unclog pores. It is available in various strengths in cleansers, gels, and creams. Prolonged or excessive use can cause skin dryness and irritation.
Molekularmasse
242,2300 g/mol
LogP
3,50
TPSA
52,60 Ų
Lipinski-Regel der Fünf
Bestanden
Therapeutische Bereiche
Wirkmechanismus
Applied directly to the skin or mucous membranes, where it exerts its therapeutic effect locally at the site of application with minimal systemic absorption.
Pharmacokinetics (PK)
Pharmacodynamics (PD)
Applied directly to the skin or mucous membranes, where it exerts its therapeutic effect locally at the site of application with minimal systemic absorption.
2D-Struktur
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SMILES
O=C(OOC(=O)c1ccccc1)c1ccccc1
InChI
InChI=1S/C14H10O4/c15-13(11-7-3-1-4-8-11)17-18-14(16)12-9-5-2-6-10-12/h1-10H
Molecular Formula
C14H10O4
HBD / HBA
- / 4
Rotierbare Bindungen
5
Schwere Atome
18
No targets recorded
Target interaction data is not yet available for this drug.
No interactions recorded
Drug interaction data is not yet available for this compound.
No side effects recorded
Side effect data is not yet available for this drug.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
A topical antimicrobial agent widely used to treat acne by killing bacteria on the skin and helping to unclog pores. It is available in various strengths in cleansers, gels, and creams. Prolonged or excessive use can cause skin dryness and irritation.
Applied directly to the skin or mucous membranes, where it exerts its therapeutic effect locally at the site of application with minimal systemic absorption.
Yes, Benzoyl Peroxide is an approved drug. It has reached clinical phase 4. It is classified as a Small molecule.
References & Data Sources
- ChEMBL — European Bioinformatics Institute (EBI). CHEMBL1200370. Open-access bioactivity database.
- PubChem — National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI). CID 7187. Chemical information database.
Data aggregated from publicly available pharmacological databases. Last updated 2026-03-04.
Medizinischer Haftungsausschluss
This content is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making medication decisions.
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