Question

A 19-year-old with moderate inflammatory acne fails topical therapy. What is the next-line systemic agent (no contraindications, not pregnant)?

Accepted Answer

Oral tetracycline-class antibiotic with topical retinoid

Answer

Oral isotretinoin immediately

Answer

Oral prednisolone

Answer

Oral metronidazole

Answer

Oral azithromycin monotherapy

Practice question

A 19-year-old with moderate inflammatory acne fails topical therapy. What is the next-line systemic agent (no contraindications, not pregnant)?