Skin Medications

Question 1

Isotretinoin

Answer 1

Vitamin A derivative
Severe Acne that is untreated by other medications

Question 2

Isotretinoin Adverse effects

Answer 2

Birth defects
Suicide risk

Question 3

Isotretinoin Patient teaching

Answer 3

Report suicidal thoughts
No pregnancy - 2 forms of contraception

Avoid vitamin A supplements
Avoid excessive sunn
Dry eyes
Risk for increased ICP avoid tetracyclines

Question 4

Criteria for preventing pregnancy on Isotretinoin

Answer 4

2 negative pregnancy tests before starting therapy
pregnancy test required every refill
contraceptive use before during and after therapy
I Pledge form against pregnancy
No blood donation