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Do you think i can use facial washes while taking acne antibiotics?

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Yes: Never use just an antibiotic to treat acne. Especially if you're not also using topical benzoyl peroxide, a salicylic acid face wash would be a great idea.

Dr Ferguson and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

Do you think i can use facial washes while taking acne antibiotics?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Dr Ferguson and another doctor agreed

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