Isotretinoin for moderate to severe acne: current recommendations
Year: 2021
Type: article
Abstract: This article presents data on the pathogenesis of acne, the mechanisms of choosing therapy, the tactics of prescribing isotretinoin and further management of patients. Answers are given to important questions concerning the appointment of an adequate daily dose and the obligation to set of cumulative dose concerning the mandatory, the safety of drugs containing isotretinoin. In addition, the possibility of prescribing drugs based on vitamin A (retinol palmitate) in large doses in patients with acne and related adverse reactions is being discussed. The article is illustrated with three clinical examples of patients diagnosed with acne with a description of management tactics.
Source: Medical alphabet
Authors: L. S. Kruglova, N. V. Gryazeva, E. V. Sidorenko
Language: English
Subfield: Dermatology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W3208306397