Derm FM learner

Question 1

Management of mild-mod acne

Answer 1

topical retinoid and benzyl peroxide
both or one
(benzyl peroxide monotherapy is first line for acne vulgaris, wherease retinoids are first lin for comedomal)

Question 2

what is comedonal acne?

Answer 2

acne with white / black heads

Question 3

which antibiotics are used topically for acne?

Answer 3

-clindamycin 1%
-erythromycin 2%

Question 4

which antibiotics are used orally for acne?

Answer 4

tetracycline
doxycycline
minocycline

Question 5

what oral medication classes are used for acne?

Answer 5

-antibiotics (tetracyclines)
-combined hormonal contraceptives
-retinoids
-spironolactone (second line)

Question 6

what labs should be done BEFORE starting someone on oral isotretinoin?

Answer 6

pregnancy test twice before initiation