isotretinoin
isotretinoin (I-soh-tre-tin-oh-in) n. a drug related to vitamin A (see retinoid) and used in the treatment of severe acne that has failed to respond to other treatment. It is administered by mouth or topically. Trade names: Isotrex, Roaccutane.
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