An adult begins an oral tetracycline for moderate inflammatory acne. Which accompanying plan best supports efficacy and antimicrobial stewardship?...

Question

An adult begins an oral tetracycline for moderate inflammatory acne. Which accompanying plan best supports efficacy and antimicrobial stewardship?

Accepted Answer

Add adapalene–benzoyl peroxide and review at 12 weeks

Answer

Continue oral tetracycline alone while benefit persists

Answer

Add topical clindamycin and review after six months

Answer

Pause all topical treatment until antibiotics finish

Answer

Continue the same regimen for one year before review

Unstable AF — MRCP Part 1 MCQ