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Is clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide good for acne?

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes: Clindycin and bomzoyl peroxide topically are both commonly used for acne treatment ant prevention.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 7/15/2016

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