The American journal of gastroenterology
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Am. J. Gastroenterol. · Jul 2006
Possible association between isotretinoin and inflammatory bowel disease.
The Physician's Desk Reference lists inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) as a possible adverse event associated with the use of isotretinoin, a popular acne prescription medication. Our aim was to perform a systematic examination of reports of IBD associated with isotretinoin use. ⋯ In a subgroup of patients, isotretinoin might serve as a trigger for IBD.