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How long will it take for topical clindymicin to become resistant 2 months, a year, 10 years ? say if i use it everyday at night mixed with tretinoi
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Does better: It does better when used with benzoyl peroxide. It may become resistant with in 2 months.
Answered 8/2/2013
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