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A 25-year-old female asked:
would you recommend using benzoyl peroxide gel 5% or 10% on razor rash?? itchy red
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

Dr. Tanya Russo answered
Pediatrics 25 years experience
Neither: Benzoyl peroxide is recommended for acne, not folliculitis. An antibiotic ointment would be more appropriate.
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