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  • Female
  • 28 Years
  • 20/02/2025

I've been using Betnovate C on my face for about six months to manage pimples and help with skin lightening, but as soon as I stop using it, the pimples come back. I usually apply it at night. Some friends say it's not good to use it continuously. Could you advise me on what I should do next?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

General Practitioner

  • MBBS
  • 6+ Yrs
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Yes stop using it because it contains steroids and could make your skin sensitive,visit Dermatologist for evaluation and appropriate management

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