Question

A 16-year-old teenager presents with papulopustular acne on the face and back. He has tried over-the-counter benzoyl peroxide with minimal improvement. According to NICE guidelines, what is the next best step in management?

Accepted Answer

Topical retinoid plus topical antibiotic

Answer

Topical clindamycin

Answer

Oral isotretinoin

Answer

Intralesional steroid injection

Answer

Oral corticosteroids

Practice question

A 16-year-old teenager presents with papulopustular acne on the face and back. He has tried over-the-counter benzoyl peroxide with minimal improvement. According to NICE guidelines, what is the next best step in management?