I'm a bit worried because I've been using peroclin 5 for a year now, and the results have been good, but lately, I've noticed that the cream is really watery and doesn't dry up like it used to. I'm not sure if this is because they're making it differently or if it's just the hot weather. If it doesn't dry, I'm concerned it might not be as effective for my acne. Do you know of any alternatives to peroclin that could help me out?

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Dr Ranjith Darla

General Practitioner

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3+ Yrs

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Peroclin 5% is a benzoyl peroxide-based cream. The watery consistency might be due to the manufacturer's formulation change or storage conditions.

Alternatives to Peroclin 5%:

Benzoyl peroxide gels (2.5% or 5%): Neutrogena, Clearasil, or generic versions.

Adapalene gel (0.1%): Differin, Adaferin, or generic versions.

Salicylic acid products (0.5% or 2%): Clean & Clear, Stridex, or generic versions.

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