An adolescent has been prescribed isotretinoin (Accutane) by their dermatologist and is presenting to their primary care provider with symptoms of sadness and depression. The Beck Depression Inventory results indicate they have mild to moderate depression. What would be the best option at this point?

Alternative treatment should be suggested

Explanation:

Although  no clear or proven link between isotretinoin and depression has been found but FDA  has issued statement advising physician and consumer about reports of depression related to use of isotretinoin. Reports suggest, the psychological symptoms of patient have improved on discontinuing the medicine, So  therefore replacing the medication is a better option.

REPLACEMENT OF ISOTRETINOIN:

Replacement could be as follows

Antibiotics

Bbirth controls

Benzyl peroxide

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