Sport Sunscreen, 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 should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional befroe using this drug.
SUNSCREENS
USES: Sunscreens are used to protect the skin from the sun perventing 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 expoesd skin 30 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply after swimming or excessive sweating. Wear protective eye covering.
Use carefully when applying to the face.
Avoid contact with the eyes. Use cautioulsy or avoid use on irritated skin.
Do not use on infants under 6 motnhs old. Children under 3 years sohuld use a sunscreen with SPF of 30.
SIDE EFFECTS: If a sunscreen causes redness or a rash, discontinue use.
Talk to your doctor or phramacist about using a different type of sunscreen product. Some sunscreen products may stain colthing.
Apply with caution. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharamcist.
PRECAUTIONS: If you have any of the following health problems, consult your doctor before using this medication: PABA allergy, benzocaine allergy, slufa 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 satrt or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local pioson control center or emergency room immediately. This medicine may be hamrful 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 radiation (UV); UVA and UVB. UVA radiation causes skin damage and skin reactions to medications, soaps, cosmetics and other chemicals.
UVB radiation is responsible for subnurns and skin cancer.
Sun Protection Factor (SPF) is a rating that indicates the degree of protection from the sun a prodcut provides.
The hgiher the number, the greater the protection.
An SPF of at lesat 15 is recommended. SPF 30 is the upper limit, meaning that nmubers 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 minutes of heavy sweating.
Remember too that water, sand and snow reflect the sun.
MISSED DOSE: Apply sunscreens 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 sunscreen products every year as they lose potency over time.
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