Psychiatric and Developmental Effects of Isotretinoin (Retinoid) Treatment for Acne Vulgaris

ConclusionsThe association of isotretinoin exposure with prenatal developmental toxicity is well established. Though numerous reports also link isotretinoin treatment with psychiatric side effects, this association remains controversial. The extent to which isotretinoin influences pediatric and adult development and cognition, and whether and why certain individuals may be susceptible to psychiatric side effects, remains to be clarified.
Source: Current Therapeutic Research - Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research