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Today i rub my under my nose and recently i have redness of the skin in this area then i used alfacort cream a small amount for this area?

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Dr. Rex Mahnensmith answered

Alfacort: Alfa cort is a cortisone preparation. It will soothe irritated skin. it is safe but do not get it into your eyes. Use only 3 times per day for no more than 4 days.

Answered 8/25/2014

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Dr. Ratna Dhingra answered

Use a moisturiser: this may be irritation because of rubbing.Apply moisturiser and try to leave it alone.

Answered 9/29/2016

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A member asked:

Today i rub my under my nose and recently i have redness of the skin in this area then i used alfacort cream a small amount for this area?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

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