Self Treatment of Acne Lecture

In which stage of life is acne most commonly seen?

• Infancy

• Adolescence

• Middle Adulthood

• Old Age

Which of the following medications may worsen acne? Select all that apply.

• Lisinopril

• Phenytoin

• Phenobarbital

• Isosorbide mononitrate

• Isoniazid

True or False? Adapalene is available over the counter in a 1% gel.

• True

• False

Which of the following serves as an exclusion to self-treatment of a patient's acne? Select all that apply.

• Pregnancy

• Mild acne with prominent blackheads

• Severe acne with inflamed papules and pustules

• Mild acne located on the upper back

• Rosacea

What questions should we ask MP about his previous treatment?

What product(s) would you recommend for MP?

How would you counsel MP on your product recommendation(s)?