http://genericdrugshome.info Homosalate Topical, Sunscreens Generic Drug Feed Sun, 20 May 2012 22:17:07 CDT en http://homosalate-topical.10008.genericdrugshome.info/ the following informtaion 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 before uisng this 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 cancer. HOW TO USE: Sunscreens are for topical use only.

Apply liberally to all exposed skin 30 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply after swimming 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 mnoths 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 sunscreen product. Some sunscreen products may stain cltohing.
Apply with caution. If you notice other effects not litsed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. 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 start or stop any medicine wihtout doctor or pharmacist approval. OVERDOSE: If ovedrose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

This medicine may be harfmul if swallowed. NOTES: There are various types of sunscreens available in cream, lotion, gel, stick and srpay form. The sun porduces 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 resopnsible for sunburns and skin cancer.
Sun Protection Facotr (SPF) is a rating that indicates the degree of protection from the sun a product provides.
The hihger the number, the greater the protection.

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 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: Stroe 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 poetncy over time.]]>