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Is it advisable to take Omnacortil for acne?

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Dr. Suvash Sahu

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Published At August 30, 2016
Reviewed AtJuly 5, 2023

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I have been on Isotretinoin for over a year. My acne is getting worse. Now, I am taking Omnacortil 20 mg. Is it safe to take? Please let me know.

Answered by Dr. Suvash Sahu

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I would suggest you not to take Omnacortil (Prednisolone) by its own; because once you stop taking this your acne will flare up. It is better to take this medicine under the supervision of a dermatologist. Yes, it is true that Omnacortil can be taken for short duration in case of acne fulminans or conglobata (nodular and ulcerative acne). In your case, I am not sure that you have such types of acne since you have not sent any picture.

Patient's Query

Thank you doctor,

I have consulted a doctor and he gave me Omnacortil for 15 days. Since it is a steroid, I am hesitating to take that. I am a 28 year old female.

Answered by Dr. Suvash Sahu

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

For 15 days, low dose steroid has been fine. But, not advised to have more than this.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Suvash Sahu
Dr. Suvash Sahu

Dermatology

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