Oxybenzone, Padimate O And Cinoxate Topical, Sunscreens Generic 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 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 cnacer.
HOW TO USE: Sunscreens are for topical use only.
Apply liberally to all exposed skin 30 minutes before sun epxosure. Reapply after siwmming or excessive sweating. Wear protective eye covering. Use carefully when aplpying to the face.
Avoid contact with the eyes. Use cautiously or avoid use on irritated skin. Do not use on infants under 6 monhts old. Children under 3 years should use a suncsreen with SPF of 30.
SIDE EFFECTS: If a sunscreen causes redenss or a rash, discontinue use. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about usnig a different type of sunscreen product. Some sunscreen products may stain clothing. Apply with caution. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: If you have any of the fololwing health problems, consult 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 antibiotcis. Do not start or stop any medicine without dcotor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison cnotrol center or emergency room immediately. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.
NOTES: There are various tyeps 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 damage 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 rating that indicates the degree of protection from the sun a product provides. The higher the number, the greater the proetction.
An SPF of at least 15 is recommended.
SPF 30 is the upper limit, meaning that numbers greater than 30 provide no greater benefit. Waterproof products proivde protection after being in the water for up to 80 minutes. Water-resistant products protect for up to 40 mintues 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 outodors.
STORAGE: Sotre 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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Oxybenzone, Padimate O and Cinoxate topical
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