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Mometasone+fusidic acid
I have a query, i had a severe acne on face, local doctor suggested me to use mometasone+ fusidic acid with some oral drugs, my acne problem solved but I noticed while using mometasone and fusidic acid my skin got brighter, so I continued that ointment which was in 0.1%. w/w (mometasone) concentration, i do kept a gap of 1-2 months but still its been 2 years , I am afraid if i stop, will i be experiencing TSW?? Will my skin get more dark that it was before? Please tell me, although i have stopped it from today! So.. please help me doctor
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Don't use steroids for acne. It damages your skin. Mometasone is a steroid
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Please stop using mometasone cream as it contains strong steroids which can cause serious side effects in the long run. It is not meant to be used for pimples. Steroid induced acne, photosensitivity, rosacea, atrophy, stretch marks, pigmentation, dryness etc to name a few side effects. Please don't use any such Steroid containing fairness creams. You will require treatment to slowly put you off this cream by using some substitute as the skin becomes addicted to the steroid. Hence you are facing such a problem. Please call me or send photos through online consult option for proper examination and treatment.,,,
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It’s not advisable to use
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Kindly do direct online consultations for detailed information
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The cream that you are using is extremely dangerous and has side effects if you use it like this on the face. Moreover, it is a completely wrong medication to use for acne. Please consult a dermatologist only for your skin concern. With a proper consult, you can wean your skin off the steroid and improve your skin as well.
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consult a dermatologist- online or offline
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No...contains steroid.. very dangerous... alternate safe cream available...do direct private online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.
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Dr. Bhuvanashree N
Dermatologist
11 yrs exp
Chennai
You shouldn’t stop a steroid cream asap. It has to be tapered using milder forms. I’ve dealt with a lot of Steroid abuse patients and it needs a proper approach. Use moisturiser and sunscreen in the day, use a mild cleanser like episoft. Fungal, bacterial and demodex also need to be controlled as all these would have multiplied while using steroids while not showing symptoms.
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Kindly consult a dermatologist experienced in treating these cases.
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Never try online products
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Dr. Rajesh L Pathi
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9 yrs exp
Bangalore
Take consultantion and discuss in detail
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Dr. Guntakandla Tejaswi
Dermatologist
8 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Use good moisturizer and sunscreen.
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Dr. Shivanu Mathon
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10 yrs exp
Ludhiana
consult online for further treatment
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Dr. S Deepika
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5 yrs exp
Chennai
Actually it should not be used on face ..it will cause rebound darkening
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Dr. Arpita
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14 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required..
Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.,
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