Benzophenone, Octyl Methoxycinnamate, Octocrylene And Menthyl Anthranilate Topical, Sunscreens Generic Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is itnended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be contsrued to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Conslut your healthcare professional before using this drug.
SUNSCREENS
USES: Sunscreens are used to protect the skin from the sun preventing sunburn, premature aging, skin reatcions and reducing the risk of skin cancer.
HOW TO USE: Sunscreens are for topcial use only. Apply liberally to all exposed skin 30 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply after swimming or excessive sweating.
Wear protective eye covering.
Use carfeully when applying to the face.
Avoid contact with the eyes. Use cauitously or avoid use on irritated skin. Do not use on inafnts under 6 months old.
Children under 3 yeras should use a sunscreen with SPF of 30.
SIDE EFFECTS: If a sunscreen causes redness or a rash, dsicontinue use. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about using a different type of sunscreen product.
Some sunscreen products may stian clothing. Apply with caution.
If you notice 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 cneter or emergency room immediately. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.
NOTES: There are various types of sunscreens available in cream, lotion, gel, stick and srpay form.
The sun produces two types of ultraviolet radaition (UV); UVA and UVB. UVA radiation causes skin damage and skin recations to medications, soaps, cosmetics and other chemicals. UVB radiation is responsible for snuburns and skin cancer.
Sun Protection Factor (SPF) is a rating that indicates the degree of proteciton from the sun a product provides. The higher the number, the greater the protcetion.
An SPF of at least 15 is recomemnded. SPF 30 is the upepr limit, meaning that numbers greater than 30 provide no greater benefit. Waterproof products provide prtoection after being in the water for up to 80 minutes.
Water-resistant products protect for up to 40 minutes and sweat-resistant products protect for up to 30 minutes of heavy sweatnig.
Rmeember too that water, sand and snow reflect the sun.
MISSED DOSE: Apply sunscreens liberally and often when oudtoors.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. It is recommended to replace sunscreen products every year as they lose potency over time.
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Benzophenone, Octyl methoxycinnamate, Octocrylene and Menthyl anthranilate topical
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