Pritti gel is used for acne vulgaris treatment in Nairobi Kenya. Pritti gel is a prescription medication manufactured by Hiral Labs and it is one of the top medicines for acne treatment.
Pritti Composition
Pritti is a gel which contains 5% benzoyl peroxide.
Pritti Gel Indication
Pritti contains benzoyl peroxide and this study found that benzoyl peroxide was effective for treatment of acne. Symptoms of acne include comedones (whiteheads and blackheads) as well as pimples, cysts and nodules.
Pritti or 5% benzoyl peroxide gel is therefore a safe and effective medicine used to treat acne.
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Pritti Dose
Pritti is applied once or twice a day after washing the affected area with a mild cleanser and water.
Pritti Side Effects
Side effects that can develop from using it include dry skin, skin redness, itchiness and peeling of the skin.
Pritti Precautions
Do not apply Pritti if you are allergic to benzoyl peroxide.
If skin irritation develops when using it, stop using it and wash the area.
Pritti Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to benzoyl peroxide.
Pritti Interactions
Drug to Drug Interactions
Do not apply it on the skin together with other medications or skincare products.
Benzoyl peroxide should not be applied together with tretinoin because it decreases the effectiveness of tretinoin. However, it can be used together with adapalene. To learn more click on the link to read about Benzoyl Peroxide in Kenya.
Pritti Pregnancy Category
C
This means it should be used in pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. However, benzoyl peroxide is generally considered safe in pregnancy.
It is not know if it is excreted in human milk and therefore caution should be exercised by lactating women.
Pritti Gel Presentation
Pritti comes in a plastic tube.
Pritti Storage
Pritti should be stored in a dry place below 30 degrees C.
Pritti Gel Availability
Pritti can be purchased from the best pharmacies in Nairobi and other parts of Kenya. (Contact us if your pharmacy stocks this medicine.)
Pritti Gel Price
The Pritti price in Kenya is Ksh 700.
FAQ
Is Benzoyl Peroxide Good For Oily Skin?
Benzoyl peroxide gels like Pritti are good for oily skin because the help reduce the oil.
What Type of Acne Does Benzoyl Peroxide Treat?
Benzoyl peroxide treats mild to moderate inflammatory acne.
Is Benzoyl Peroxide Good For Your Skin?
Benzoyl peroxide is good for skin with acne.
How Long Does It Take For Benzoyl Peroxide To Work?
It takes 2-3 months for benzoyl peroxide to work.