Alcohol and Sulfur (Topical)

Brand Names : Acne Lotion 10, Liquimat Light, Liquimat Medium, Postacne

Precautions While Using This Medicine

When using alcohol and sulfur combination, do not use any of the following preparations on the same affected area , unless otherwise directed by your doctor.

• Abrasive soaps or cleansers
• Any other topical acne preparation or preparation containing a peeling agent (for example, benzoyl peroxide, resorcinol, salicylic acid, or tretinoin [vitamin A acid])
• Cosmetics or soaps that dry the skin
• Medicated cosmetics
• Other alcohol-containing preparations
• Other topical medicine for the skin

To use any of the above preparations on the same affected area as this medicine may cause severe irritation of the skin.

Do not use any topical mercury-containing preparation, such as ammoniated mercury ointment, on the same affected area as this medicine . To do so may cause a foul odor, may be irritating to the skin, and may stain the skin black. If you have any questions about this, check with your health care professional.