A 32-year-old man with a history of severe acne is considered for oral isotretinoin therapy. Which key safety concern must be addressed according to M...

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A 32-year-old man with a history of severe acne is considered for oral isotretinoin therapy. Which key safety concern must be addressed according to MHRA and NICE guidelines?

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Risk of suicidal ideation and requirement for psychiatric monitoring

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Risk of renal impairment

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Risk of benign intracranial hypertension requiring monthly CT scans

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Risk of severe sedation

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Risk of iron-deficiency anaemia

MCQ (SBA): Dermatology

A 32-year-old man with a history of severe acne is considered for oral isotretinoin therapy. Which key safety concern must be addressed according to MHRA and NICE guidelines?