Interaction of isotretinoin with endogenous retinoids.

Törmä, H · J Am Acad Dermatol · 2001

review · Level V

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Abstract

Isotretinoin exhibits antiproliferative and antiandrogenic effects on the sebaceous glands by yet unknown mechanisms. This review focuses on a putative mechanism of action of isotretinoin involving the interaction of isotretinoin with the metabolism of endogenous retinoids and androgens.

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