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What is a benzoyl?

What is a benzoyl? Here are some definitions.

Noun
  1. (organic chemistry) A univalent radical formally derived from benzoic acid, C6H5CO-, by removal of the hydroxyl group
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Treatment is similar to that of mild acne, consisting of topical benzoyl peroxide.
Topical antibiotics like Fucidin ointment, clindamycin, erythromycin, benzoyl peroxide gel are effective.
A benzoyl peroxide gel that effectively treats acne breakouts. Helps to gently clear spots, blackheads and blemishes on the face.
The screening test for cocaine detects benzoyl ecgonine, the major metabolite of cocaine.
Like benzoyl peroxide, sulfur keeps bacteria in check and works wonders on whiteheads, blackheads and pimples.
The half-life of ecgonine methyl ester is four hours and benzoyl ecgonine is about 6 hours.

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