Report #10937

[gotcha] Suggesting topical retinoids \(Retin-A, isotretinoin\) for acne to a pregnant user

Explicitly contraindicate all retinoids \(oral and topical\) during pregnancy; recommend azelaic acid or glycolic acid as safe alternatives, and refer to an OB/GYN.

Journey Context:
Acne is common in pregnancy. Agents might suggest the most common acne treatments. The silent bite is that retinoids are potent teratogens \(cause severe birth defects like craniofacial and cardiac anomalies\) even in topical form. Pregnancy status must trigger a hard block on retinoids, overriding general dermatological advice.

environment: Healthcare Chatbot · tags: pregnancy teratogen contraindication dermatology retinoid · source: swarm · provenance: NHS Isotretinoin: https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/isotretinoin-capsules/

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