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The review of the safety of isotretinoin has concluded.
The updated safety measures will strengthen the MHRA’s ability to monitor safe prescribing while supporting patient access to treatment across all age groups.
Safety leaflet on topical corticosteroids and withdrawal reactions to help patients and their carers to use these medicines safely.
Summary of the latest safety advice for medicines and medical device users
The Commission on Human Medicines (CHM) has endorsed changes to the risk minimisation measures for isotretinoin, following a review of the impact of the measures implemented in 2023. We ask healthcare professionals to review these new measures and supporting materials...
These reports explain our assessment of the scientific evidence used to lead to regulatory decisions on the safety of medicines or medicines classes.
Product Safety Report for Gluta White Anti-Acne Cream presenting a high chemical risk.
Call for information to support a review of isotretinoin, a treatment for severe acne. This review is being undertaken by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency with advice from the Commission on Human Medicines and the Isotretinoin Expert Working...
This professional resource outlines the importance of infection prevention and control and how it can contribute to reducing antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
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