Benzac 5
Benzac 5 is a medicine authorised by Swissmedic under authorisation number 45185. The authorisation holder is Galderma SA. The medicinal product code is Synthetic medicines and the dispensing category is D: Supplied in pharmacies and drugstores after specialist advice, without a prescription. First authorisation was granted on 10 May 1983 and the authorisation is valid without a time limit. ATC code D10AE01 places the medicine in the group Anti-acne preparations.
| Authorisation number | 45185 |
|---|---|
| Name | Benzac 5 |
| Full name | Benzac 5, Gel |
| Authorisation holder | Galderma SA |
| Medicinal product code | Synthetic medicines |
| Dispensing category | D · No prescription, with advice |
| ATC code | D10AE01 |
| First authorisation | 10 May 1983 |
| Authorisation validity | unlimited |
| No. | Name | Dispensing category | Authorisation date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Benzac 5, Gel | D | 10 May 1983 |
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| Pack code | Quantity | Unit | ATC | IT code | Dispensing category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 | 60 | g | D10AE01 | 10.02.0. | D |
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Frequently asked questions
Is Benzac 5 authorised in Switzerland?
Yes. Benzac 5 is authorised by Swissmedic under authorisation number 45185, data as of 01 September 2026. The authorisation is valid without a time limit.
Which dispensing category does Benzac 5 have?
Benzac 5 is in dispensing category D. Supplied in pharmacies and drugstores after specialist advice, without a prescription.
Who is the authorisation holder of Benzac 5?
The authorisation holder is Galderma SA. The holder carries the legal responsibility for quality, safety and product information of the medicine in Switzerland.
Sources
Swissmedic data as of 01 September 2026. No medical advice. Independent directory, not affiliated with Swissmedic or the FOPH.