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Can Tufacne 20 Be Continued For Acne?

:hi i m debashis 26 yrs old.. i m taking tufacne 20 for acne in my face since 8 days.. and i get the following effects..... dryness of skin with scaling.itiching,dry nose,chilitis... plzz tell mee weather i continue the medicine....is their any effect to my skin.. plz rply
Mon, 9 May 2016
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Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..

As per your complain Tufacne 20 contains active ingredient Isotretinoin that is a retinoid and the symptoms of dry skin and scaling, itching are all due to side effects of it..

As you are taking the dose on a higher side, you should consult your treating dermatologist and get evaluated.
He can advise you a reduce dosage of 10mg to rule out for the improvement in the symptoms and also its action over the pimples..

You can also be advised topical anti acne medications like application of Clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide gels..
Using exfoliating facewash containing Salicylic acid..
Do cool compresses over pimples.
Exfoliate your skin twice a week..
Avoid excess sun exposure..
You can also be given oral antibiotics like Minocycline..

Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.
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Can Tufacne 20 Be Continued For Acne?

Hi.. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns.. As per your complain Tufacne 20 contains active ingredient Isotretinoin that is a retinoid and the symptoms of dry skin and scaling, itching are all due to side effects of it.. As you are taking the dose on a higher side, you should consult your treating dermatologist and get evaluated. He can advise you a reduce dosage of 10mg to rule out for the improvement in the symptoms and also its action over the pimples.. You can also be advised topical anti acne medications like application of Clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide gels.. Using exfoliating facewash containing Salicylic acid.. Do cool compresses over pimples. Exfoliate your skin twice a week.. Avoid excess sun exposure.. You can also be given oral antibiotics like Minocycline.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.