A 16-year-old with severe acne that is unresponsive to topical treatments and oral antibiotics is referred to dermatology. Which medication is indicat...

Question

A 16-year-old with severe acne that is unresponsive to topical treatments and oral antibiotics is referred to dermatology. Which medication is indicated for severe, resistant acne under specialist supervision?

Accepted Answer

Oral isotretinoin

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Oral contraceptive pill

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Oral antifungal

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Topical steroid

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Azelaic acid

Acne Vulgaris — UKMLA MCQ

A 16-year-old with severe acne that is unresponsive to topical treatments and oral antibiotics is referred to dermatology. Which medication is indicated for severe, resistant acne under specialist supervision?