Affiliation:
1. Central State Medical Academy of the Administrative Department of the President of Russia
2. Rostov State Medical University
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.
Subject
Materials Chemistry,Economics and Econometrics,Media Technology,Forestry