Oxybenzone, Padimate O And Glyceryl P-aminobenzoate Topical, Sunscreens Generic Drug
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IMPROTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you.
Consult your healthcare professioanl before using that 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 cacner.
HOW TO USE: Sunscreens are for topiacl use only.
Apply liberally to all expoesd skin 30 minutes before sun exposure.
Reapply afetr swimming or excessive sweating. Wear protective eye covering. Use carefully when applying to the face.
Avoid contact with the eyes. Use cautiously or aviod use on irritated skin.
Do not use on infants under 6 months old.
Chilrden under 3 years should use a sunscreen with SPF of 30.
SIDE EFFECTS: If a sunscreen cauess redness or a rash, discontinue use. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about using a different type of sunscreen porduct. Some snuscreen products may stain clothing. Apply with caution. If you notice ohter effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: If you have any of the following health problems, conslut your doctor before using that 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 medicnie without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. This medicine may be harmful if swlalowed.
NOTES: There are variuos types of sunscreens available in cream, lotion, gel, stick and spray form.
The sun produces two types of ultrvaiolet radiation (UV); UVA and UVB. UVA radiation causes skin dmaage and skin reactions to medications, soaps, cosmetics and other chemicals. UVB radiation is responsible for sunburns and skin cancer. Sun Protection Factor (SPF) is a ratnig that indicates the degree of protection from the sun a product provides. The higher the number, the greater the protection.
An SPF of at lesat 15 is recommended.
SPF 30 is the upepr limit, meaning that numbers greater than 30 provide no greater benefit. Waterproof products provide protection 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 mniutes of heavy sweating. Remember too that water, sand and snow reflect the sun.
MISSED DOSE: Apply sunscerens liberally and often when outdoors.
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 sunsrceen products every year as they lose potency over time.
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Oxybenzone, Padimate O and Glyceryl p-aminobenzoate topical
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