The effect of isotretinoin treatment on plasma homocysteine levels in acne vulgaris

By admin at 7 March, 2010, 4:00 pm

Isotretinoin has revolutionized the treatment of acne by improving the cosmetic outcome and decreasing the psychological damage. However, use of isotretinoin is associated with significant side-effects such as mucocutaneous involvement, dyslipidaemia and liver dysfunction, as indicated by increases in liver enzymes

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The effect of isotretinoin treatment on plasma homocysteine levels in acne vulgaris

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