title: Acne: therapeutic perspectives with an emphasis on the role of isotretinoin.
abstract: This article provides nurses with information about drug therapy for acne. Various therapeutic modalities are discussed with an emphasis on the use of isotretinoin. The risks associated with pregnancy during isotretinoin therapy are discussed to help nurses work effectively with physicians and patients in the treatment of severe acne in women of childbearing potential.
authors: J B
authors: JB
authors: Laudano
authors: E E
authors: EE
authors: Leach
authors: R B
authors: RB
authors: Armstrong
mesh_terms: D000152:Acne Vulgaris / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000209:etiology / Q000451:nursing; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D004509:Education, Nursing, Continuing; D006801:Humans; D015474:Isotretinoin / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000494:pharmacology / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D010353:Patient Education as Topic
chemical_list: D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents; D015474:Isotretinoin