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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Medicine Application
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
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Medicine Application
by Cathy Maksymiuk, Sep 14, 1999 12:00AM
My 13-year-old daughter was treated five weeks ago, while out of town, for acne. She's doing a little better, but I have a question. The doctor prescribed Cleocin T Gel twice during the day, and Avita Cream every other night. Should she wash her face of the Cleocin before applying the Avita? Does it make a difference? How long after her skin clears should she stay on this regimen?
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Sep 14, 1999 12:00AM
, Sep 14, 1999 12:00AM
Cathy:
No, don't wash off the Cleocin. She can put the Avita on just a few minutes after the Cleocin.
Once she clears completely for 2 months, she can stop. If she hasn't cleared up after 8-10 weeks, you should let her doctor know. He or she can then change or add to her regimen.
Best.
No, don't wash off the Cleocin. She can put the Avita on just a few minutes after the Cleocin.
Once she clears completely for 2 months, she can stop. If she hasn't cleared up after 8-10 weeks, you should let her doctor know. He or she can then change or add to her regimen.
Best.
