Hydrocortisone / Benzoyl Peroxide
Vanoxide-HC is a topical prescription medication used to treat inflammatory acne. It combines benzoyl peroxide, which helps reduce acne-causing bacteria, with hydrocortisone, a mild corticosterisone that helps reduce redness and swelling. This combination addresses both the bacterial and inflammatory components of acne lesions.
Topical acne treatment combining an antibacterial agent with an anti-inflammatory to treat inflammatory acne.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 220750
- Generic
- Vanoxide-Hc
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Vanoxide-HC is indicated for the topical treatment of inflammatory acne vulgaris, helping to reduce papules, pustules, and red inflamed lesions associated with acne.
Benzoyl peroxide works as a keratolytic and antibacterial agent to reduce acne bacteria and clear pores, while hydrocortisone provides anti-inflammatory relief to reduce redness and swelling at the application site.
Vanoxide-HC is for external use only on the skin. Common side effects may include dryness, irritation, or peeling at the application site. It may bleach hair or fabrics. Patients with known hypersensitivity to any ingredients should not use this product. Sun exposure should be minimized during treatment.
Official drug label
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 25, 2026. · Read our editorial policy