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Hi, i was prescribed purbac double strength - i've since finished the course but the inflammation and pustules on my scalp have returned. is this normal?
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Folliculitis?: Purbac is sufamethoxazole-trimethoprim, which often works with folliculitis and similar skin infections, but not always. Ask your doctor about other antibiotics, such as cephalexin (Keflex), Augmentin, azithromycin, and doxycycline.
Answered 3/25/2022
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