Drugs Used for Skin Disease

Question 1

Sides effect Retinoic Acid?

Answer 1

Can cause erythema and dryness.

Question 2

MOA: Inhibits sebaceous gland size and function.?

Answer 2

Isotretinoin ( Accutane):

Question 3

•Acitretin?

Answer 3

• Given orally.
• Hepatotoxic and teratogenic.
Precaution:
• Patients should not become pregnant for 3 years
after stopping treatment,
• Should not donate blood.

Question 4

•Tazarotene?

Answer 4

Topical.
• Anti-inflammatory and antiproliferative actions.
• Teratogenic. Also, can cause burning, stinging,
peeling, erythema, and localized edema of skin.