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What is the best topical antibiotics for acne?
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Acne : Topical treatments available by prescription. If your acne doesn't respond to otc treatments, consider seeing a doctor or dermatologist to get a stronger prescription lotion. Tretinoin (avita, retin-a, others), Adapalene (differin) and tazarotene (tazorac, avage) are examples of topical prescription products derived from vitamin a.
Answered 11/13/2015
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