All of the following statements are true concerning oral isotretinoin use except:
A) The boxed warning reads, "Avoid using during pregnancy due to the risk of severe birth defects."
B) Only the patient needs to be enrolled in the iPLEDGE program.
C) Isotretinoin is used for severe cases of acne.
D) Isotretinoin inhibits sebum production.

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The iPLEDGE program requires both the patient and the prescriber to be enrolled to ensure that the patient does not become pregnant while taking isotretinoin due to its high risk of causing severe birth defects.

All of the Following Statements Are True Concerning Oral Isotretinoin