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Acute Seizure Following Isotretinoin Administration: A Detailed Case Report

May Alsane, Adnan Hajjiah, Alasmar El-Shably

Journal of Advances in Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences · pp. 29–31 · Published 7 Apr 2023

10.9734/jamps/2023/v25i2601

Abstract

Isotretinoin is considered a cutting edge treatment for Acne vulgaris. It is licensed for treating severe (cystic) acne vulgaris. Our case report represents a 28 year old female who experienced a rare neurological side-effect after ingesting Isotretinoin.

Isotretinoin retinoids neurological side-effect acute seizure

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