Abstract
Rhabdomyolysis induced by Isotretinoin
Highlights
A 18-year-old male started therapy with 40 mg per day of isotretinoin (0.5 mg/kg/day) for acne
In a routine examination conducted after 6 months the patient reported moderate fatigue
Oral isotretinoin (13-cis retinoic acid) is a vitamin A derivated that it is effective for the treatment of severe recalcitrant nodular acne
Summary
A 18-year-old male started therapy with 40 mg per day of isotretinoin (0.5 mg/kg/day) for acne. In a routine examination conducted after 6 months the patient reported moderate fatigue. Blood tests revealed elevated CK with values of 39.800 IU/l (normal range, 24-204 UI/l).
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