Study on link between various Acne medications and Psychiatric illness
Acne has been proposed to be a cause of depression.
Dr. T.V. Middelkoop (Research Scientist) investigated the link between 6 acne medications; Accutane, Minocycline, Doxycycline, Tetracycline, Dianette, Oxytetracycline and psychiatric disorders in particular suicide, suicide attempt and suicide ideation.
Data on the number of prescriptions and Adverse Drug Reactions were obtained from Medicines Control Agencies and Health Boards in various countries
Roaccutane (Isotretinoin) and the Risk of Suicide: Case Report and a Review of the Literature and Pharmacovigilance Reports, Middelkoop, T, Journal of Pharmacy Practice Vol X11, 374-378, 1999