Isotretinoin and psychopathology: a review

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Isotretinoin, a synthetic oral retinoid that is used against severe nodulocystic acne, has been associated with various psychiatric side effects such as depression, suicidality and psychotic symptoms. A great number of reports on its effects have been published s...

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Main Authors: Havaki-Kontaxaki Beata J, Ferentinos Panayotis, Skourides Demetris, Kontaxakis Vassilis P, Papadimitriou George N
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-01-01
Series:Annals of General Psychiatry
Online Access:http://www.annals-general-psychiatry.com/content/8/1/2