The Area Prescribing Committee recommends the use of oral isotretinoin for the treatment of severe acne resistant to adequate courses of standard therapy with systemic antibacterials and topical therapy.
Isotretinoin will be considered RED with prescribing limited to or under the supervision of physicians with expertise in the use of systemic retinoids for severe acne and a full understanding of the risks and monitoring requirements.
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