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| August 21, 2006 | COPYRIGHT 2005 United Press International. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan. All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

Byline: CHRISTINE DELL'AMORE

WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 (UPI) -- In an observational study, researchers found people who take a particular acne medication had higher cholesterol levels than previously thought, although doctors point out the side effects are easily reversible.

Teenagers and adults who took the medication isoretinoin, marketed as Acutane, had elevations in total cholesterol; triglycerides, or blood fats, which lead to cardiovascular disease; and increases in liver enzymes, which can create liver problems.

"Isoretinoin is undeniably the most effective medication we have for treating severe acne, and it can truly be a life-changing medication for people whose acne affects them greatly," said lead author Dr. Lee T. Zane, an assistant…

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