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Will cortisone cream help allergic rash from benzoyl peroxide?

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Yes: But the rash is more likely from an irritation than an allergy.

Answered 9/6/2013

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A member asked:

Will cortisone cream help allergic rash from benzoyl peroxide?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

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