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Could i use facial washes while taking acne antibiotiics?

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Yes: A salicylic acid wash is a good choice if this is the type of rx you prefer. Antibiotics must never be the sole rx for acne and it's good you're looking for a topical agent.

Dr Sisto and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/12/2014

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