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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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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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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.

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Answered 3/25/2022

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A member asked:

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?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Dr Hegab and 4 doctors agreed

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