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A Texas teenager claims acne medication caused him to shoot two friends.
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A Texas teenager shot two of his friends and claims a popular acne medication caused his violent behavior. CBS's "48 Hours" correspondent Tracy Smith is investigating the case for an upcoming report. The shooting incident raises questions about potential psychiatric side effects of acne treatments, particularly isotretinoin, which has been linked to mood changes and suicidal thoughts in some patients. The case represents a rare legal defense strategy where prescription medication is blamed for criminal violence.
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CBS's '48 Hours' is investigating the case and the medication's potential effects.
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