Isotretinoin use, mood changes and suicidality. What is the link?

For over four decades, isotretinoin has shown unparalleled efficacy in the management of severe recalcitrant acne. However, controversies exist about its psychiatric safety profile. This editorial discusses the alleged causal role of isotretinoin in the development of psychiatric adverse events in light of the best available evidence.

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The British Journal of Psychiatry
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2025-03-24
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https://doi.org/10.1192/bjp.2025.26
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1
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Acne and Rosacea Treatments and Effects
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Isotretinoin use, mood changes and suicidality. What is the link?

Cecilia Samamé
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The British Journal of Psychiatry
Acne and Rosacea Treatments and Effects
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Isotretinoin use, mood changes and suicidality. What is the link?

Cecilia Samamé
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Abstract

For over four decades, isotretinoin has shown unparalleled efficacy in the management of severe recalcitrant acne. However, controversies exist about its psychiatric safety profile. This editorial discusses the alleged causal role of isotretinoin in the development of psychiatric adverse events in light of the best available evidence.

The British Journal of PsychiatryVol. 227(4)
Universidad Católica del Uruguay (UY)
Good health and well-being
Openalex Percentile: Top 17%
Acne and Rosacea Treatments and Effects
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