publication . Article . 2008

Preventing and Managing the Side Effects of Isotretinoin

Name: Preventing and Managing the Side Effects of Isotretinoin
Keywords: General Medicine

Brelsford, Megan; Beute, Trisha Clarke;

Open Access

Published: 01 Sep 2008

Publisher: Frontline Medical Communications, Inc.

Summary

Abstract

Isotretinoin (13-cis-retinoic acid) is widely used for the treatment of severe acne as well as for disorders of conification, for psoriasis, and for skin cancer prevention. As a member of the retinoid family, it has a wide spectrum of side effects, including reproductive, cutaneous, ocular, neurological, musculoskeletal, and hepatic. As long as patients are able to tolerate these side effects, it can be a very effective treatment option. This article examines both the most common and the most concerning side effects as well as ways in which providers and patients may best manage them to be able to benefit from isotretinoin treatment.

Persistent Identifiers

doi: 10.1016/j.sder.2008.07.002

Subjects

free text keywords: General Medicine, Medicine, business.industry, business, Retinoid, medicine.drug_class, Dermatology, medicine.medical_specialty, Isotretinoin, medicine.drug, Skin Cancer Prevention, Psoriasis, medicine.disease, Acne, Effective treatment

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