Question 1

I have started using Minokem F 5% for hair regrowth. I am using it to apply on the bald patches i have near my hairline in the front. I wanted to know if thia really helps and if it has any side effects?

Accepted Answer

It really helps if you follow it as advised. Also along with medication you need to take proper care of your diet and hydration.common side effects of this medicine are scalp irritation or itching.Dryness or flaking of the scalp.

Question 2

I need a good glycolic acid cream for pigmentation and scars on my cheeks and around my nose. Can you recommend something?

Accepted Answer

Melacare cream is advised or local application ,once daily for 3-6 weeks, if any side-effecs dermatologist opinion is advised to the pt.

Question 3

I have been suffering from seborrheic dermatitis from past five years and had taken almost every type of treatment.

Accepted Answer

In cases where conventional treatments have not been effective, a prescription medication like Ketoconazole shampoo (2%) can be helpful. You can use it twice a week for 4 weeks, then once a week for maintenance. Additionally, a topical corticosteroid like Clobetasol propionate cream (0.05%) can be applied to affected areas twice daily for up to 2 weeks. It's important to follow up with your healthcare provider for further evaluation and management.

Question 4

Ive been dealing with a skin allergy for the past two days. Ive noticed small red spots on my skin and its been really itchy. I took an Avil tablet the day before yesterday, but it doesnt seem to be helping much. What should I do next?

Accepted Answer

It looks like Dermatophytic infection, maintain personal hygiene and visit Dermatologist for appropriate treatment.

Question 5

I have a painful boil on my right buttock, and sometimes it even causes a fever. The area around it is red and swollen. What should I do to treat this?

Accepted Answer

Tab augentin 625 mg ,oraly thrice daily for 7 days is advised to the patient, and also tab-levocetrizine 10 mg bedtime for 7 days , soframycin cream for local application for 7 days is advised ,in

Question 6

I've been using Doxycycline for my acne. Are there any side effects if I use it a lot? Could there be long-term effects?

Accepted Answer

Itching,nausea,headache, allergic reactions etc are the side-effects.. Kindly continue the medication as per dermatologist opinion.

I have started using Minokem F 5% for hair regrowth. I am using it to apply on the bald patches i have near my hairline in the front. I wanted to know if thia really helps and if it has any side effects?

I have started using Minokem F 5% for hair regrowth. I am using it to apply on the bald patches i have near my hairline in the front. I wanted to know if thia really helps and if it has any side effects?

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I need a good glycolic acid cream for pigmentation and scars on my cheeks and around my nose. Can you recommend something?

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