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A 31-year-old male asked:
Which is better defferin or benzac (benzoyl peroxide)?
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Dr. Alvin Linanswered
Geriatrics 31 years experience
Whichever works 4 u: Benzac is a brand of benzoyl peroxide (http://www.drugs.com/cons/benzac-topical.html). Various strengths of benzoyl peroxide are available over-the-counter w/o prescription. Differin is a brand of adapalene (http://www.drugs.com/differin.html), which is available by prescription only. Typically we recommend OTC products 1st. Failing that, we then try any number of prescription options.
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A 35-year-old member asked:
How to apply benzac (benzoyl peroxide)?
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A Verified Doctoranswered
29 years experience
Bid: Twice a day on acne rinse face & back daily.
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