Dr. Hafiz Muhammad Hassan Shoukat
Internal Medicine
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Hello doctor,
I have recently developed acne on my cheeks. I use Cetaphil face wash twice daily and follow it with Biotique honey water toner, and Nivea moisturizer.
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It seems to be mild to moderate acne, use acne soap bars containing Benzoyl peroxide. Wash face one time daily, not more than that. Avoid using antiseptic medicated soaps as they disturb natural face flora. Use Clindamycin 5 % cream, apply in the morning after face wash, and apply Adapalene cream 1 % at night time. You will see the effect in two weeks. I do not think at this stage you need any oral tablets. I just mentioned the generic names of drugs, kindly ask the pharmacy to get these medications as brand names are different in every country. Let me know if you have more questions. Also, do not get pregnant while using these medications as these are teratogenic, and may harm the baby. Discontinue two to three months before if you plan for pregnancy.
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