Dr. Dilip Kumar Meena
Dermatology
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Hello doctor,
I am 18 years old and have acne-prone skin. I need good advice on how to get rid of acne. Kindly advise. Thank you.
Hello,
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I understand your concern. You seem to have grade 2 acne and will require oral antibiotics. Take Tablet Azithromycin 500 mg 3 consecutive days per week, like every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday (any 3 consecutive days). Use Adapalene plus Benzoyl Peroxide gel apply to acne once at night in a tiny amount without rubbing it. Use Salicylic Acid face wash. Follow up after a month. Avoid too many sweets, full cream milk, and chocolates. Also, please do not pick the lesions. Take care. Thank you.
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