Question

A 16-year-old with moderate acne vulgaris has tried topical benzoyl peroxide with minimal improvement. According to NICE, which is the next recommended step?

Accepted Answer

Oral antibiotic plus topical retinoid

Answer

Oral isotretinoin immediately

Answer

Topical antibiotic plus topical retinoid

Answer

Oral steroid

Answer

Intralesional steroid injections

Practice question

A 16-year-old with moderate acne vulgaris has tried topical benzoyl peroxide with minimal improvement. According to NICE, which is the next recommended step?