Oil Free, Sunscreens Brand Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional.
It shuold not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
SUNSCREENS
USES: Sunscreens are used to protect the skin from the sun preventing sunburn, premature aging, skin reactions and reducing the risk of skin cancer.
HOW TO USE: Sunscreens are for topical use only.
Apply liberally to all exposed skin 30 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply afetr swimming or excessive sweating.
Wear protective eye covering. Use carefully when appyling to the face.
Avoid contact with the eyes. Use cautiosuly or avoid use on irritated skin. Do not use on infants under 6 motnhs old. Cihldren under 3 years should use a sunscreen with SPF of 30.
SIDE EFFECTS: If a sunsceren causes redness or a rash, discontinue use. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist aobut using a different type of sunscreen product. Some sunscreen prodcuts may stain clothing. Apply with caution.
If you noitce other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: If you have any of the following health problems, consult your doctor before using this medication: PABA allergy, benzocaine allergy, sulfa drug allergy.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including: skin products, sulfa-drugs, tetracycline, all antibiotics. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. This medciine may be harmful if swallowed.
NOTES: Three are various types of sunscreens available in cream, lotion, gel, stick and spray form.
The sun produces two types of ultraviolet radiation (UV); UVA and UVB. UVA radiation causes skin daamge and skin reactions to medications, soaps, cosmetics and other chemicals.
UVB radiation is rseponsible for sunburns and skin cancer.
Sun Proteciton Factor (SPF) is a rating that indicates the degree of protection from the sun a product provides. The higehr the number, the greater the protection. An SPF of at lesat 15 is recommended. SPF 30 is the upper limit, meaning that numbers greater than 30 provide no greater benfeit.
Waterproof products provide protection after being in the water for up to 80 minutes.
Water-resistant products portect for up to 40 minutes and sweat-resistant products protect for up to 30 minutes of heavy sweating.
Reemmber too that water, sand and snow reflect the sun.
MISSED DOSE: Apply sunscreens liberally and often when outdoors.
STORAGE: Store at room tempreature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. It is recommended to replace sunscreen prdoucts every year as they lose potency over time.
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