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Have you had success using resorcinol 15% topically for limited hidradenitis?

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Dermatology · Wayne State University

I haven't used topical resorcinol, but Joslyn Kirby shared this list of compounding pharmacies that can provide it:

  • Custom Prescriptions of Lancaster
  • Good Day Pharmacy
  • Chambers Apothecary
  • Hazle Compounding Pharmacy
  • Cumberland Apothecary

She said it's usually ~$50 for 30 grams of resorcinol from Cu...

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Dermatology · The Dermatology Group PA

I have compounded 15% resorcinol cream for my HS patients to apply daily to affected areas and to apply BID when flaring. I have a small number but they have reported good success.

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