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Medical Conditions - Dapsone

Dapsone, otherwise called Diaminodiphenyl Sulfone (DDS), is a drug used in combination with other medicines to treat leprosy. It is an antibiotic, which is also used for the prevention of pneumocystis pneumonia, toxoplasmosis, and in the treatment of acne and various other skin conditions. It is available for topical application and as a tablet to be taken orally.

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Are there any side effects associated with taking Dapsone?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Dapsone (antibiotic) works well in Dermatitis herpetiformis. It is the drug of choice for this condition.

How to manage post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understood your concern. Regarding your symptoms, I believe you have developed a post-shaving hyperpigmented skin lesion.

I suddenly developed three pimples on my temple. What can I do?

Hi, I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries. I understand your concern and will try to help you with it. It could be a premenstrual flare of acne.

I have dermatitis herpetiformis for six years. Will long term Dapsone intake cause resistance?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Dermatitis herpetiformis is associated with gluten-sensitive enteropathy.

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