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How Can Allergic Skin Reaction On The Face Be Treated?

Hello good morning. Few months ago I was prescribed Epiduo by my dermatologist. My face was clearing up quite fine until I did something dreadful. I used more than a pea size amount on my face one night and saw no problem, so i continued. Few days later, my face was itchy, dry, flaky, looked like I had hives or some rash and would burn no matter what I use. Th e only thing that I could use that wouldn't burn at the time was a face oil.
That was in May/June. Now it's August and i tried using a dot on a recent pimple and the following morning I saw few clusters of bumps like rashes, which I would presume would be because of the Epiduo.
My question is why did my face react the way it did? How long should I wait before I can start using back Epiduo again?
P.S. Unfortunately I do not have the funds to return to the dermatologist.
Wed, 31 Jan 2018
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Hello,my name is dr.Dorina Gurabardhi.I understand your concern.
I think that it is an allergic reaction.
Some advices that I can give to you are:
-stop using Epiduo     
-Over-the-counter hydrocortisone or calamine lotion may relieve itching.
-try a damp dressing,find a soft cotton piece of clothing,soak it in water, wring it out, and then put it on the face
-Soothe inflamed areas with oatmeal products
Hope my answer was helpful.If you have any other question Ill be glad to help.
Regards,     
dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
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How Can Allergic Skin Reaction On The Face Be Treated?

Hello,my name is dr.Dorina Gurabardhi.I understand your concern. I think that it is an allergic reaction. Some advices that I can give to you are: -stop using Epiduo -Over-the-counter hydrocortisone or calamine lotion may relieve itching. -try a damp dressing,find a soft cotton piece of clothing,soak it in water, wring it out, and then put it on the face -Soothe inflamed areas with oatmeal products Hope my answer was helpful.If you have any other question Ill be glad to help. Regards, dr.Dorina Gurabardhi