Resumen de Serious Hypersensitivity Reactions Possible with OTC Topical Acne Products

Diane S. Aschenbrenner

• * Over-the-counter topical acne products have been associated with rare but severe hypersensitivity reactions. The Food and Drug Administration hasn't yet been able to determine the exact ingredient or ingredients responsible for these reactions.

  * Reported hypersensitivity reactions include throat tightness; difficulty breathing; swelling of the eyes, face, lips, or tongue; and feeling faint.