Resorcinol

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What are you taking Resorcinol for?

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  • Other
  • Acne Vulgaris
  • Rosacea

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Uses of Resorcinol

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Resorcinol is used in the treatment of:

  • Acne Vulgaris
  • Rosacea

This medication may be prescribed for other uses. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Resorcinol Brand Names

Resorcinol Drug Class

Resorcinol Interactions

This is not a complete list of Resorcinoldrug interactions. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Resorcinol Dosage

Take resorcinol exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully.

The Resorcinol dose your doctor recommends will be based on the following (use any or all that apply):

  • the condition being treated
  • other medical conditions you have
  • other medications you are taking
  • how you respond to this medication
  • your weight
  • your height
  • your age
  • your gender

Resorcinol is available in the following doses:

  • Benzocaine-resorcinol Topical 20%-3% Vaginal Cream
  • Benzocaine-resorcinol Topical 5%-2% Vaginal Cream
  • Resorcinol Topical 2% Topical Ointment
  • Resorcinol Topical 3% Topical Lotion
  • Resorcinol Topical Compounding Powder
  • Resorcinol-sulfur Topical 2%-5% Topical Lotion
  • Resorcinol-sulfur Topical 2%-8% Topical Cream
  • Sulfur Topical 5%-2% Topical Lotion

Forms of Medication

Resorcinol is available in the following forms:

  • Paste
  • Topical Cream
  • Topical Gel
  • Topical Lotion
  • Topical Ointment
  • Topical Solution
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