Question

A 19-year-old with acne vulgaris has tried topical benzoyl peroxide without improvement. According to NICE, which addition is recommended as the next step?

Accepted Answer

Topical retinoid or topical antibiotic combined with benzoyl peroxide

Answer

Oral isotretinoin immediately

Answer

Oral contraceptive pill

Answer

Oral tetracycline monotherapy

Answer

Topical hydrocortisone

Practice question

A 19-year-old with acne vulgaris has tried topical benzoyl peroxide without improvement. According to NICE, which addition is recommended as the next step?