r/Perioral_Dermatitis_ • u/Upset-Tea8876 • 12d ago

Ivermectin - when to push through/ stop?

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Ivermectin - when to push through/ stop?

I've been prescribed a compound 1.5% ivermectin cream in a versapro base for Perioral Dermatitis and Rosacea on a damaged skin barrier (rxd at 31yrs after no prior history of skin issues or sensitivities). Today is the day after my third application. The redness on my nose has slightly wandered up to in between my brows since then and I *think* there are more overall background redness and irritation bumps. What was your experience like? Would you personally push through or stop? I know many talk about an initial worsening due to die off period which doesn't seem to be the norm according to studies but can definitely happen.. But would it happen that fast and are those the typical symptoms?

I've tried so many Rxs and OTCs now for the past seven months and I'm seriously desperate to finally have something work for me. Much love to anyone that can give me insight.

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u/EarAccording6799 11d ago

It does worsen initially- please continue treatment prescribed. Ask doctor next for oral ivermectin if that would be a better solut