Question

A 20-year-old with mild to moderate acne has multiple comedones and inflammatory lesions on the face. According to NICE, which is a first-line topical treatment?

Accepted Answer

Topical retinoid or benzoyl peroxide

Answer

Topical corticosteroids

Answer

Oral isotretinoin

Answer

Oral antibiotics

Answer

Oral contraceptive pill

Practice question

A 20-year-old with mild to moderate acne has multiple comedones and inflammatory lesions on the face. According to NICE, which is a first-line topical treatment?