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What is your preferred topical retinoid for acne?

I.e., specific brands
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Dermatology · Stanford University School of Medicine
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I generally start with tretinoin 0.025% cream as the first-line for acne. If the patient has a history of eczema or sensitive skin, then I would start with adapalene 0.1% gel/cream and then ramp up from there if they tolerate it for a few months without side effects.

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