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IPL and Duac/Tetracycline For Moderate Acne?

February 22, 2013
Asked By:pisces28 in Ireland, IN

I currently have moderate acne mostly on chin area and slight redness or nose and cheeks.I am thinking of having IPL done.I am currently taking 300mg of Tetracycline over 6 months and Duac cream (clindamycin benzoyl peroxide) should I discontinue these before IPL?Also are there any other laser treatments for acne that can be recommended?

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