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Well, I have been applying benzoyl peroxide 2.5% just wanted to ask should I be consuming tretiva 10mg along with it or only BZ is good enough to treat my acne

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Donot self treat. The treatment of acne differs according to the grade of involvement. Some people have more oilyness on the face which results in breakouts. After completing treatment for controlling ...  Read More

It's my first time using benzoyl peroxide and I want to ask if I can use kojic acid with it? What is the possible side effect?

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Treatment Depends on the grade of pimples.. unnecessary use will lead to chemical irritation.. send photos for proper diagnosis and treatment ...  Read More

Can we apply sunscreen over benzoyl peroxide or vice versa? Which one should apply first and how much time do we need to wait in between?

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Always Sunscreen is the last layer to be applied. Apply adequate amount of sunscreen because BPO can cause irritation under the sun. I would suggest to apply BPO at night and sunscreen in the morning. ...  Read More

Hello doctor Can i use benzoyl peroxide 2.5% pea size mix with moisturizer on my full face and keep it overnight?

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No.. treatment depends on the grade...Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice cream, chocolat ...  Read More

I get benzoyl peroxide burn it is reddish black and it is very painfull full of my chin please can you suggest any treatment?

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I cannot suggest until I see the extent of the rashes. Don't use soap over the area. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and and treatment advice ...  Read More

I have applied benzoyl peroxide cream on my face and my face become dark red and it's burning what to do please help me please please please please:(((

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Benzoyl peroxide can cause irritation and that's why it's very important to use it the right way. For the moment, stop the BPO and please use epithelaile Ah cream twice a day for 3-5 days. After that ...  Read More

Can I apply benzoyl peroxide and on my skin while on isotretinoin capsules 20 mg per day............?

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U can..But more specific medicine required..Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice cream, ch ...  Read More

Hello doctor How to use benzoyl peroxide 2.5% gel on the face at night ? Please suggest methods to apply it on the face.

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Treatment depends on the grade...Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice cream, chocolate and ...  Read More

Previously I was recommended to use benzoyl peroxide 5% but the pharmacist gave me benzoyl peroxide 10% by west coast. Can anyone tell is it safe to use 10% version ? If it is then what is the method of use, precautions and side effects.

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Use what was recommended. ...  Read More

I would like to know what a salicylic acid wash wash does and what a benzoyl peroxide face wash does. I have very oily skin which tend to get small pimples. I am presently using a salicylic acid face wash. But still I would like to know the difference of the above mentioned. Also please tell me the name of a good benzoyl peroxide face wash.

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Salicylic remove upper layers of skin also.. For detailed information do direct online consultation ...  Read More

Should I moisturize my skin after using adapalene and clindamycin?

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No.. you should moisturise before putting adapalene or clindamycin. ...  Read More

Will adapalene and clindamycin help with acne scars?

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There are certain creams that help reduce the acne scars but the whole process takes time. There are few in clinic treatments that are done for acne scars. It's best to do both of them for faster resu ...  Read More

I did waxing on face 3 days before now it turned into bumps and acne can I put clindamycin or benzoyl peroxide?

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Share pics for better evaluation ...  Read More

Can Benzoyl peroxide and Clindamycin phosphate gel use mixing together at night? Help me out I have pimples on face

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Take online consultation ...  Read More

I have applied Clindamycin+ benzoyl peroxide ointment on my blister. Kindly let me know if that is correct.

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consult online ...  Read More

Doctors, Doctors has written Benzoyl peroxide gel for my Acne but he did not mention how many times use it Now one time or more time should i use this gel ?

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Take online consultation to discuss in detail ...  Read More

Hi, I have been using epiduo for 2years. This time I visited a different doctor and she asked me to stop it. She says that my body will become resistant to it. Instead she gave me a niacinamide mask. I am scared that acne will return if the medicine is stopped. What to do? Please answer my question and don't ask for personal consultation.

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I understood your concern and noted the problem as well .I need to ask few more details to make a diagnosis and start treatment and advice which suits you. Pl consult me on Practo , so that I can hel ...  Read More

Does Benzoyl peroxide gel work on whiteheads ??...?? ...???...???...??? ...???...??...???..???...??.

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No.. treatment depends on the grade... whiteheads, Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice cr ...  Read More

Does benzoyl peroxide gel removes Acne marks ?? (Red or Brownish Marks left after small acne)...???...???...???...???

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No it will not do that, You can use Niacinamide to get rid of the same or chemical exfoliation ...  Read More

Along with clindamycin for acne also tretiva is also given will it help to prevent new breakouts?? And hyperpigmentation cream melaglow and sunscreen are they safe to use

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No.. treatment depends on the grade...Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice cream, chocolat ...  Read More

When can I see the benzoyl peroxide cream results? I started using it from 1 month but it's increasing pimples not cleared yet I got diagnosed with as grade 2 acne

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Treatment depends on the grade...Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice cream, chocolate and ...  Read More

I suddenly got cystic acne due to humid weather and skin being more oily I am doing everything to reduce the inflammation (clean diet,drinking lot of water etc) My dermatologist added sebium global to my routine but I still got another breakout on my check Can I use benzoyl peroxide as a spot treatment for a few days till the pimple goes away

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Treatment depends on the grade..Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice cream, chocolate and ...  Read More

Hi.. Can we use Benzoyl peroxide gel and Salicylic acid gel in the same day... Like Salicylic acid gel in the morning and benzoyl peroxide gel at night...

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The treatment of acne differs according to the grade of involvement. Some people have more oilyness on the face which results in breakouts. After completing treatment for controlling the active breako ...  Read More

I was prescribed Benzoyl Peroxide Face wash for Acne. It kept my skin clear for 3-4 weeks, but after that product became completely ineffective. I keep it in the bathroom. I read online that Benzoyl Peroxide goes bad if left in heat and moisture. Where should I keep it or store it?

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It's the more than the product It is related to the skin condition More often than not acne requires oral drugs n treatment. ...  Read More

I am using benzoyl peroxide from 3 months to treat acne on my face. I am using benzoyl peroxide cream 4 % and benzoyl peroxide face wash 4% in night. I am suddenly noticing fine lines or wrinkles near my cheeks. Please help as I am seeing noticable fine line and my age is just 25

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Hello...That is dryness due to benzoyl peroxide that you are noticing. What you can do is just leave the cream for few hours in evening,wash with water and apply moisturiser before sleeping. That l re ...  Read More

I get blackheads that take a really long time to go, what should i do? I have been using benzoyl peroxide + clindamycin gel but that doesn't seem to work.

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Blackheads may need removal. Only applying meds will not get rid of your blackheads. Kindly consult online for better treatment. ...  Read More

I have used benzoyl peroxide for acne 2 days back. Now I am having severe itching burning swelling red dry patches all over face. I am applying clindac A as suggested by a physician. But the itchiness is not reducing and the redness is spreading all over face. I am really depressed thinking whether the Mark's are permanent. Will these go away and h

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Stop it...You are suffering from irritant contact dermatitis causing itching and burning.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos ...  Read More

I have pimples problem from last 14 years. One of my freind use Peroclin Jel (Benzoyl Peroxide + Clindamycin) and result is good. May i use also without consult.

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No.. Treatment depends on the grade..Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice cream, chocolate ...  Read More

As per my doctor suggestion , I am taking a Benzoyl Peroxide cream for my face to treat acne. The result has been massive dryness and irritation. Any advice how to restore back my skin?

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You can stop it. ...  Read More

Dr prescribed benzoyl peroxide and adapalene gel for acne. I applied it in the evening after facewash and washed during bed time. Looks like it left a huge brown rash. Please help. It is bright enough but not tat bright in pic

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Stop it..You are suffering from irritant contact dermatitis.. Medicine available for good improvement......Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription. ...  Read More

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