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Bryan K. Chen, MD answers: TCA Peel for patient who had cold sores?

If I have had cold sores in the past, do I have to have medication prescribed before doing an 8% TCA peel? Thank you.


Bryan K. Chen, MD
27 days ago
By Bryan K. Chen, MD - San Diego Dermatologist

I agree with Dr. Whitt that prophylaxis would be a good idea and would suggest taking Valtrex as prophylaxis the same day as your chemical peel procedure (2 grams in the morning and 2 grams in the evening).

Good luck.

Web reference: http://www.insightderm.com
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