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Which prescription acne medication is recommended for inflammatory acne in women, especially during pregnancy?
Which prescription acne medication is recommended for inflammatory acne in women, especially during pregnancy?
- Azelaic acid during breastfeeding
- Salicylic acid leave-on products
- Oral tetracycline antibiotics
- Dapsone 5% gel (correct)
What is the purpose of applying topical retinoids like tretinoin in the evening?
What is the purpose of applying topical retinoids like tretinoin in the evening?
- To increase sun sensitivity
- To minimize dry skin and redness
- To prevent plugging of hair follicles (correct)
- To reduce antibiotic resistance
What are the common side effects of combined oral contraceptives used for acne therapy in women?
What are the common side effects of combined oral contraceptives used for acne therapy in women?
- Dryness and redness
- Skin redness and minor irritation
- Painful periods and breast tenderness
- Weight gain, breast tenderness, and nausea (correct)
Which oral medication for acne is a derivative of vitamin A, prescribed for moderate or severe acne that hasn't responded to other treatments?
Which oral medication for acne is a derivative of vitamin A, prescribed for moderate or severe acne that hasn't responded to other treatments?
What makes azelaic acid a potentially effective acne treatment?
What makes azelaic acid a potentially effective acne treatment?
Why is it advised not to apply tretinoin at the same time as benzoyl peroxide?
Why is it advised not to apply tretinoin at the same time as benzoyl peroxide?
What is the purpose of combining antibiotics with benzoyl peroxide in acne treatment?
What is the purpose of combining antibiotics with benzoyl peroxide in acne treatment?
What is the mechanism of action of spironolactone (Aldactone) in managing acne in women and adolescent girls?
What is the mechanism of action of spironolactone (Aldactone) in managing acne in women and adolescent girls?
Which topical medication is recommended to be applied in the morning along with an antibiotic during the first few months of acne treatment?
Which topical medication is recommended to be applied in the morning along with an antibiotic during the first few months of acne treatment?
Which oral medication might be considered for people who can't take tetracyclines, including pregnant women and children under 8 years old?
Which oral medication might be considered for people who can't take tetracyclines, including pregnant women and children under 8 years old?
What should all people receiving isotretinoin participate in due to the potential side effects of the medication?
What should all people receiving isotretinoin participate in due to the potential side effects of the medication?
Which topical medication is mentioned to cause increased sun sensitivity?
Which topical medication is mentioned to cause increased sun sensitivity?
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