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Help please! could clindamycin phosphate gel for acne with retin a (tretinoin) every other night?

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Dr. Keith Ramsey answered

Specializes in Pediatrics - Adolescent Medicine

Yes: You can use the two together or alternate nights.

Answered 11/25/2013

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