Please tell me that my allergist is not a big idiot. I just had skin (prick) testing done for allergies. To soothe the allergic welts that came up, my allergist puts Defferin on them and gave me samples of it to take home.
I looked on the internet and Differin - Adapalene is an acne medicine that is used to keep pores clear.
Do you use it for skin irritation from allergies too? I would think you would use cortisone ointment for that?
Please enlighten me. Thanks in advance.
Is Differin - Adapalene ever used to treat allergic reactions on the skin?
I would think that would irritate your skin . . I have allergies and couldn't use Diff. to treat acne because its hard on allergic skin. I agree - I would call the doc and ask.
Also - cortisone can be used to help with allergic reactions but don't use it for too long - steroids thin the skin and can cause damage. It's okay to use every now and then, just try not to make a habit of it. Good luck!
Reply:sounds like maybe they made a mistake? I would call and clarify.
Reply:Just go get some Benadryl cream and you will feel better. Or just wait and it will subside.
I doubt that an allergist would have acne stuff on hand for no reason! :)
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