Is Epiduo Gel Effective For Treatment Of Blackheads?

Posted on Tue, 24 Jun 2014

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Tue, 24 Jun 2014 Answered on

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Question : Using epiduo does it make the blackheads be seen more clearly that they were at the beginnig of using it ? Thank you

Answered by Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini Greca (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Yes,effective in acne-related issues...

Detailed Answer:
Hi there,

Epiduo gel contains :
- adapalene a type of retinoid efficient in unclogging blocked pores
- benzoyl peroxide with anti-bacterial properties

Both these components will help your skin clear up fighting inflammation and infection. Patients that have used Epiduo gel have seen great results in managing their acne-related problems on face.

All the best!
Dr.Albana
If anything else, do not hesitate to write me back!

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini Greca (7 minutes later)

So its ok that they show up more , will they calm down later? Or do you have any other recomendations?

Answered by Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini Greca (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Normal bad reaction during first days use...

Detailed Answer:
Hi back,

It is normal to get irritation when first use Epiduo gel, especially during the first 2 weeks, each time you apply the gel. Within a week or 2, you won't have any problem.

However, you can discuss it further with your dermatologist if the problems will persist for more than 2 weeks.

Hope it helped!
Dr.Alban

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar