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Microtia has been associated with certain medications taken during pregnancy--particularly anticonvulsants, which are drugs given to treat epilepsy, and isotretinoin, a drug prescribed for severe acne.

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Q: The birth defect microtia has been associated with what drug taken by the mother during pregnancy?
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