Medicines and the sun
Keywords:
medicines, sun
Abstract
Summer! Sunshine! Time to have fun! But what about the medicine that you are taking? Some medicines react to ultraviolet (UV) radiation and cause a photosensitive reaction that is similar to sunburn. Knowing which medicines cause these problems ensures that patients know when to stay in the shade.
Published
2014-11-28
Issue
Section
Review
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