13-cis retinoic acid

Definition / meaning of 13-cis retinoic acid

A drug that is used in the treatment of acne and psoriasis and is being studied in cancer prevention. It is a type of retinoid. Also called isotretinoin.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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