A 24-year-old woman is commenced on isotretinoin for severe acne. What is a key prescribing requirement in the UK due to the high teratogenic risk of ...

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A 24-year-old woman is commenced on isotretinoin for severe acne. What is a key prescribing requirement in the UK due to the high teratogenic risk of isotretinoin?

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Perform monthly pregnancy tests and ensure effective contraception

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Prescribe at half the recommended dose for safety

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Give intravenous hydration to prevent renal toxicity

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Concurrent administration of vitamin D

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Annual eye examinations

MCQ (SBA): Acne

A 24-year-old woman is commenced on isotretinoin for severe acne. What is a key prescribing requirement in the UK due to the high teratogenic risk of isotretinoin?