Question
Ruling out pregnancy for a reproductive age group female is recommended before prescribing which of the following medication?
| A. |
Codeine |
| B. |
Isotretinoin |
| C. |
Corticosteroids |
| D. |
Methotrexate |
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Correct Answer � B Explanation |
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Ans.B. Isotretinoin is a Category X drug. It is contraindicated in pregnancy. Before prescribing Isotretinoin for females of child bearing potential must be counselled about avoiding pregnancy and a pregnancy test is recommended before, during and also after completing the course of isotretinoin for acne.