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Hydroxyzine over the counter equivalent?
I have skin writing (Dermatographic urticaria) and was prescribed a years subscription of Hydroxyzine. This works great, but in order to get a new supply, I must go to another appointment and spend the money out of my pocket, (thanks to my "wonderful" health insurance), and take time off work etc.... read more
Accutane - Is a breakout after treatment finishes normal?
Did anyone get a flare up after coming off accutane. I've been off it for about 2 weeks and noticed it coming back and after being on it for a few years and worried this is it for me. My skin oil production is coming back. Overtime I started reducing it id get a flare up hence why i was on it for... read more
I have lice that is under my skin. I believe it is body lice. How do I get rid of it?
I am breastfeeding. I have a one year old daughter who also has this lice. I have considered taking oral ivermectin and stop breastfeeding. I was if the permetrin cream will do the job. Lice are on my head, pubic hair. I also have them on my feet and ankles lice are under my skin on my face- cheeks... read more
Is triamcinolone acetonide an anti-fungal?
I've used fluocinonide 0.05 for years. Now my HMO allowed triamcinolone acetonide. I have constant itchy skin eruptions, scalp itch and brittle hair with hair loss. Is triamcinolone going to address these issues?
Finasteride skin rash side effects?
i have hair loss and got to doctor and he gave me finasteride and minoxidil for my hair loss. I have been using finasteride for two month and i didn't have any problem after two month i stopped using finasteride for two week (i finished all my pills , and i need to get new prescription). after... read more
Liraglutide - Skin welts after a month using?
Hi there, I started using saxenda and it was working great. I started to shed pounds right away and it was helping me with craving and anxiety. But a month into the treatment I started to get welts on the injection area super itchy Has anyone had the same reaction? I haven't been able to see my... read more
Androgel pump residue formation on skin upon drying?
I have been using Androgel pump for months and every time a white film is left behind on shoulder skin upon drying. Contacted abbvie help line and was told that I am wrong and there is NO residue upon drying! I took a picture of my shoulder showing white residue on the application site and showed... read more
Is it safe to use BAG BALM on the skin on the exit area of the anus?
Soreness perhaps caused by several medications I take orally for heart problems, etc., etc. Am 83 years old. It is like a rash, and can itch and burn.
Can I use mupirocin ointment and triple antibiotic ointment?
If I have an area on my skin with staph is it okay to use both
Can 40 Mg of Atorvastatin daily cause tingling and numbness in fingers and hands?
My hands and fingers feel as if they are numb and the skin feels like it has been burned or has been rubbed raw.
Fluorouracil - How long do I need to leave flourouracil on my skin? Supposed to use it on my neck?
... and cleavage, but worry that clothes will wear it off. How much time does it need to be on my skin undisturbed to do it's work?
Can trazodone cause burning and itchy bumps ?
I take 25 mg Trazodone to help with sleep. I haven't been taking it very long. I have some sort of a burning itchy bumps on my skin. Can trazodone cause this ??
Will 4 weeks on prednisone cause major weight gain?
I've been hit with a random bout of hives/urticaria for reasons unknown. Went on a 5 day course of prednisone which knocked it back significantly but the skin reactions were still present afterwards. Currently on Blexten but again, skin will still flare up if scratched or has too much contact with... read more
Tretinoin - What is the difference between Retin-A and Stevia-A?
I’m using Stevia-A 0.05% every night for the past month(first time user) with no side effects(peeling, redness, dryness,etc) I’m just wondering if it is doing anything for my skin if I’m not experiencing any of these conditions(symptoms)? Should I try Retin-A instead?
When is best time to take cephalexin 500mg four times a day?
For skin bacterial infection