In Brief: Benzoyl peroxide label warning
This article was originally published in The Rose Sheet
Executive Summary
Benzoyl peroxide label warning: NDMA asks for more time to comment on FDA's proposed rule on benzoyl peroxide product labeling. Published Feb. 17, the proposal would require all topically applied acne products containing benzoyl peroxide to carry label statements warning consumers to avoid "unnecessary sun exposure" when using the product ("The Rose Sheet" Feb. 20, p. 12). NDMA said in an April 12 letter to FDA that the association has "uncovered questions about certain facts as stated in the...notice that require more time to document fully." The current comment deadline is May 18; NDMA is asking for an extension to July 17...