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Initial course of isotretinoin: Length of therapy based on number of prescriptions [Rx] derived from IMS prescribing data
| LENGTH OF THERAPY | ALL PATIENTS | FEMALE PATIENTS | MALE PATIENTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Rx | |||
| 2 Rx | |||
| 3 Rx | |||
| 4 Rx | 17% | 17% | 17% |
| 5 Rx | 39% | 40% | 38% |
| 6 Rx | 26% | 26% | 27% |
| 7 Rx | 10% | 10% | 10% |
| 8+ Rx | 8% | 7% | 8% |
| TOTAL | 28,840 | 15,656 | 13,182 |
A total of 44% of all patients went beyond the FDA-recommended maximum of 5 months duration of treatment 43% females; 45% for males
