Seba-Gel is one of the brand names for benzoyl peroxide topical. This gel is to be used for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris. Our review team was quite eager to learn the details about this effective benzoyl peroxide medication for acne-affected skin.

Many people prefer using gel-based products rather than heavy or greasy ointments for their skin. Acne can make the skin very sensitive and it is important that the medicated product you are using is compatible with your skin. For this reason, Seba-Gel is available with 5% and 10% concentration of benzoyl peroxide. If the gel is used regularly and as per given instructions, it is said that a visible improvement in acne conditions will be noticed shortly.

Seba-Gel is to be applied on the affected areas twice a day after a mild cleansing routine. A doctor may advise differently. It is important for you to follow given instructions to achieve optimum results.

Ingredients

Seba-Gel contains benzoyl peroxide in strengths of 5% and 10%. Benzoyl peroxide is a widely used ingredient in the treatment of different types of acne. It exhibits antibacterial, keratolytic, anti-inflammatory, and comedolytic activity on the skin. This peroxide is also a mild irritant.

When benzoyl peroxide is applied on acne-affected areas in the right proportions, it decomposes releasing oxygen into the pores of the skin. Propionibacterium acnes, the acne-causing bacteria, cannot live in an oxygen rich environment. Thus bacterial build-up in the follicles is broken down with Seba-Gel. The keratolytic and peeling effect of the medication causes an increase in the epithelial cells turnover rate. When the skin gets peeled and dead skin cells get exfoliated, the comedones trapped are released. This is the major functioning of benzoyl peroxide in Seba-Gel.

Website

We at Acne In Review found the website to be neat, well laid out and professional.  We found it easy and quick to find information as all the categories were appropriately labeled and properly arranged.

The website tells us all about the product, its uses, ingredients, clinical information, dosing, precautions, side effects, storage, and other consumer information.

On the website, healthcare professionals will find a medical dictionary, patient care notes, drug codes, and lots of other professional resources. FDA drug alerts, new drug applications, clinical trial results, drug approvals, etc can also be located. There is a section where you can ask a question to the Support Group or even join the group if you wish. The website can be bookmarked to Facebook, Diigo, Reddit, Yahoo and other sites. You can even follow them on Twitter.

We liked the fact that the website has a number of interactive tools such as MedNotes, Pill Identifier, Support Groups, Phonetic Search, Drug Image Search, and Interactions Checker. So it’s not only about finding information about various drugs. You also get an opportunity to join a support group and use the tools provided on the website.

Contact information, About Us, Helpful Resources, Pharmaceutical Companies, FAQ’s and others are some of the sections you will find at the bottom of the page.

Lifestyle

No testimonials, Before and After pictures or celebrity endorsements could be found on this drug information website. But what we found was an option for you to sign up for their free newsletter which would bring you news and views from the world of drugs.

Pros

The active ingredient in Seba-Gel, benzoyl peroxide, is a powerful acne-fighting ingredient. Available in two levels of concentration, this over-the-counter gel is worth giving a try.

Cons

Use of benzoyl peroxide might cause a mild burning sensation, stinging, itching, or tingly feeling. Redness, dryness, and other signs of contact dermatitis may also show up.

Tricks

There were no available facilities for ordering by phone or online purchase on this website.

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