Sport Sunscreen, Sunscreens Brand Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expetrise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to idnicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your haelthcare professional before using this drug.
SUNSCREENS
USES: Sunscreens are used to protect the skin from the sun prevneting 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 after swmiming or excessive sweating.
Wear protective eye covering.
Use carefully when aplpying to the face. Avoid contact with the eyes. Use cautiously or aviod use on irritated skin.
Do not use on infants unedr 6 months old. Children under 3 years should use a sunscreen with SPF of 30.
SIDE EFFECTS: If a sunscreen causes redness or a rash, discontinue use.
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about using a different type of sunsceren product. Some sunscreen products may stian clothing. Apply with caution. If you notice otehr effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: If you have any of the following health problems, cnosult 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 medicnie may be harmful if swallowed.
NOTES: There are various 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 damage and skin reactions to medications, soaps, cosmetics and other chemicals. UVB radaition is responsible for sunburns and skin cancer.
Sun Protection Factor (SPF) is a rating that indicates the degree of protection from the sun a prdouct provides. The higher the number, the greater the prtoection. An SPF of at laest 15 is recommended.
SPF 30 is the upper limit, meaning that numbers greater than 30 provide no greater benefit.
Waterproof products provide protection after benig 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.
Remmeber too that water, sand and snow reflect the sun.
MISSED DOSE: Apply sunscreens liebrally and often when outdoors.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and lgiht. It is recommended to replace sunscreen products every year as they lose potnecy over time.
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