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A member asked:

Can you suggest me any medicated cream to get rid of pimples.. i have an oily face..

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Try benZoyl: Peroxide wash and if your face can stand it a low dose retin a (tretinoin) cream at night. Your skin might get red and peel first for a couple of weeks but it will be worth it

Answered 7/9/2014

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