Medicine dependence

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Medicine dependence

Asked for Female, 20 Years

I hv described doxycycline lactic acid bacillus capsules for my facial acne, I am scared for what if my body wud bcm resistant to this drug if I'll use it in continuation or what if I hv to be dependent on this medicine forever (or till I reach 35 ) for treating my acne

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Avoid tablets..Go for creams..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 sweets increase it.. Treatment depends on the grade of pimples or acne..So, please consult me in my clinic or consult me by direct online consultation by sending photos as it's a must to see which grade of pimples or acne for accurate diagnosis and treatment

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Dr. Sujit Shanshanwal Dermatologist 15 yrs exp Mumbai · Accepted Answer

Dr. Sujit Shanshanwal

Dermatologist 15 yrs exp Mumbai

you can use isotretioin .there is not resistance to that. you can consult for more details.