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Gepost op: 29 March 2026What is a suitable replacement for a prehistoric disinfecting and drying powder formula intended for a young man with subcutaneous acne on his back, specifically containing sulfur but no skin antibiotics (such as erythromycin or clindamycin), given that the original prescription included 3% colloidal sulfur (unavailable), 0.5 g hexachlorophene (unavailable), 5 g magnesium stearate, 5 g light magnesium carbonate, 2 drops of rose oil, and talc up to 100 g?
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Gepost op: 29 March 2026Preparation Recommendations
Regarding sulfur, the only variant still available must be used, specifically sulfur for external use.
Hexachlorophene can be replaced by chlorhexidine diacetate 1 to 2%. Additionally, clioquinol can be considered as a possible alternative.
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