Acne
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Study provides new analysis of isotretinoin and risk for adverse neuropsychiatric outcomes
Although severe neuropsychiatric effects associated with isotretinoin therapy in patients with acne have been reported, “the evidence base ... is...
Cosmeceutical Critique
Cupping in dermatology
Over the past decade, the popularity of this ancient procedure has been increasing in the United States.
For Residents
Removal of Isotretinoin Gender-Based Guidelines: Inclusivity Takes Precedence
Major changes in the iPLEDGE Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) system recently took place, including simplifying registration...
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Spironolactone not linked to increased cancer risk in systematic review and meta-analysis
The data are “reassuring,” the authors reported.
Military Dermatology
Oral Isotretinoin for Acne in the US Military: How Accelerated Courses and Teledermatology Can Minimize the Duty-Limiting Impacts of Treatment
We review operational restrictions to acne-specific therapeutics and discuss an accelerated course of oral isotretinoin as a safe and effective...
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Questions about optimal dosing of isotretinoin persist, expert says
“It seems that the general agreement is to treat until clearance and then treat for another 2 months,” Dr. Diane M. Thiboutot said.
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More than a month after launch, iPLEDGE glitches persist
The latest improvement attempt is a tool created by the Isotretinoin Products Manufacturers Group, the manufacturers responsible for the FDA-...
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FDA updates status of iPLEDGE access problems
The Isotretinoin Products Manufacturers Group has “created a new tool within the system to help resolve account access for some user groups...
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iPLEDGE rollout: As frustration mounts, FDA agrees to help solve issues
American Academy of Dermatology Association representatives described the severe impact on patient access to treatment.
Feature
Dermatologists take to TikTok to share their own ‘hacks’
Laypeople are still the dominant producers – and have the most views – of dermatology content on TikTok.
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iPLEDGE rollout described as a failure, chaotic, and a disaster
The switch to a new platform was met with frustration from physicians, pharmacists, and patients alike.