Pregnancy, breastfeeding and fertility while using benzoyl peroxide

You can use benzoyl peroxide during pregnancy. It is applied to the skin and the small amount that might pass to your baby should not cause any problems.

It's OK to use benzoyl peroxide while you're breastfeeding. It is very unlikely that any will get into your breast milk.

When using benzoyl peroxide, be careful that your baby does not come into contact with the areas of your body you have put it on. Wash your hands after you have applied it and before picking up your baby.

It's best to avoid putting benzoyl peroxide on your chest area if possible, but if you do need to use it, wash it off before feeding your baby.

There's no evidence that benzoyl peroxide affects fertility in either men or women.

Tell your doctor if you're:

• trying to get pregnant
• pregnant
• breastfeeding