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Hepatitis A is an infectious disease of the liver caused by Hepatovirus A (HAV); [7] it is a type of viral hepatitis. [8] Many cases have few or no symptoms, especially in the young. [ 1 ] The time between infection and symptoms, in those who develop them, is two–six weeks. [ 2 ]
Isotretinoin, also known as 13-cis-retinoic acid and sold under the brand name Accutane among others, is a medication used to treat skin diseases like harlequin-type ichthyosis, and lamellar ichthyosis, and severe cystic acne or moderate acne that is unresponsive to antibiotics. [6]
Low-dose or microdosed Accutane is an off-label use of isotretinoin (Accutane is just one of many brand names), by which patients take a smaller amount over a longer period of time.
Men who have sex with men [10] On long-term hemodialysis, or who have been in the past [89] [90] [91] [10] Pregnant, and engaging in high-risk behaviors [87] Recipients of blood products or organs prior to 1992 in the United States [89] [91] [10] Recipients of tattoos in an "unregulated setting" [91] [10] Sex workers [90]
Accutane can be an effective solution for combating moderate to severe acne, but it comes with a unique set of instructions and some uncomfortable side effects. One reaction many Accutane users ...
Isotretinoin (formerly Accutane) helps control sebum production to reduce breakouts. Some people who take it may notice signs of hair thinning, a lack of new hair growth or more hair fallout than ...
The side effects of cyproterone acetate (CPA), a steroidal antiandrogen and progestin, including its frequent and rare side effects, have been studied and characterized.It is generally well-tolerated and has a mild side-effect profile, regardless of dosage, when it used as a progestin or antiandrogen in combination with an estrogen such as ethinylestradiol or estradiol valerate in women.
Combined hepatitis A and B vaccine, is used to provide protection against hepatitis A and hepatitis B. [3] [7] It is given by injection into muscle.[8]It is used in areas where hepatitis A and B are endemic, for travelers, people with hepatitis C or chronic liver disease, and those at high risk of sexually transmitted diseases.