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Betnovate cream
I have been using betnovate cream since 2 -3 months and after I stopped using it I got a terrible breakout and also my facial hair has doubled up ..please suggest something
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No...contains steroid.. very dangerous... alternate safe cream available...do direct private online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.
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Potent use of steroids like betnovate cream make the skin sensitive. Increased breakouts, redness, dryness is quite common
Use mild cleansers, moisturise area well.
Consult online with relevant photographs for detailed discussion
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Dr. Raina Nahar
Dermatologist
15 yrs exp
Mumbai
Betnovate is potent steroid ..never apply on the face.. like you are observing acne , redness , sensitivity and increased hair growth, skin thinning are common side effects
Plz consult online for proper treatment
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Dr. Ankush Koul
Dermatologist
Jammu
It's called as " steroid withdrawal ".
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Buy Tendrone gel .... apply for twice daily for 1 week then once daily for another 1 week , then alternate days once for 1 more week and then stop
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apply episoft AC lotion once in the morning and then in the afternoon....
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