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Suggest Over The Counter Medications For Rosacea
Question: Can I purchase an over the counter med for temp relief of the Rosacea affecting me until I can see my Dermatologist since I am on vacation and cant get to him for a few more days?
Brief Answer:
If there is redness and pain you can use Ibuprofen/Naproxen
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Most available over the counter applications may aggravate the rosacea.
For some treatment with NSAIDs can help reduce the pain and redness associated with Rosacea like over the counter tablets Ibuprofen / Naproxen unless allergic to. If you have kidney issues please do not use them. You can use Metronidazole gel and apply over the areas if you have pustules. This might help.
Most important is AVOID sunlight and any oil based creams during the vacation. It is better to come out once sun starts setting at least for two days. I know it is difficult but if it pains this is important. Use water based moisturizer or emollient like ALOE VERA water based gel. You should always wear sunscreen, put on glasses and hat to avoid direct sunlight. It might be good to recheck if there are any foods that you may be allergic to and you are having during the vacation time. There are certain foods and drinks that may aggravate it. Keep away from them.
Do not try too many before you get to a Dermatologist.
If there is redness and pain you can use Ibuprofen/Naproxen
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Most available over the counter applications may aggravate the rosacea.
For some treatment with NSAIDs can help reduce the pain and redness associated with Rosacea like over the counter tablets Ibuprofen / Naproxen unless allergic to. If you have kidney issues please do not use them. You can use Metronidazole gel and apply over the areas if you have pustules. This might help.
Most important is AVOID sunlight and any oil based creams during the vacation. It is better to come out once sun starts setting at least for two days. I know it is difficult but if it pains this is important. Use water based moisturizer or emollient like ALOE VERA water based gel. You should always wear sunscreen, put on glasses and hat to avoid direct sunlight. It might be good to recheck if there are any foods that you may be allergic to and you are having during the vacation time. There are certain foods and drinks that may aggravate it. Keep away from them.
Do not try too many before you get to a Dermatologist.
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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