2007-07-15 12:46:27 · 4 answers · asked by Dave & Sunny 2 in Health ➔ Other - Health
It causes sensitivity to sunlight. You can break out in rashes and burn easily. Also, (my experience) dizziness and tingling can occur. If you are taking this medication you REALLY want to avoid sun exposure.
2007-07-15 12:51:14 · answer #1 · answered by snappygirl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Many medications cause light sensitivity as a side-effect.
One common way this occurs is through causing pupils of the eyes to dilate, allowing more light in than is necessary and causing discomfort or in extreme cases loss of vision.
In the case of the drug in question, it simply makes the skin more sensitive to light and may result in sun burn or rash if precautions are not taken.
2007-07-15 12:51:45 · answer #2 · answered by j_gets 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Because it makes you sensitive to the sun, you are more apt to burn and get a more severe burn. It is a good idea to follow the instructions until you finish the meds. It's not forever, is it?
2007-07-15 12:49:25 · answer #3 · answered by db2byl 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
because the medication lowers your body's natural defense and you become more vulnerable to getting a very nasty sunburn.
2007-07-15 12:49:35 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
the meds make your skin more sensetive to uva and uvb rays, so pile on the sunscreen!
2007-07-15 12:49:54 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i don't know about this particular med but, many will cause severe sunburn and sometimes seizures.
2007-07-15 12:49:31 · answer #6 · answered by racer 51 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋