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Can you become immune to benzamycine gel for acne ?
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Resistance: The bacteria can develop resistance to the antibiotic component of the medication.
Answered 8/21/2014
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You can: Part of the mechanism of this combination gel is an antimicrobial known as erythromycin, and it is possible for the bacteria of the skin to develop a resistance to it. The benzoyl peroxide does help prevent this, but it can still happen.
Answered 1/20/2016
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