Redness and sunburn note interactions of sun and medications

Sunburn and redness: medicines can cause skin reactions
The side effects of medications can be very diverse. Also, skin reactions are in some cases due to drugs. So if you unexpectedly get a sunburn or similar skin redness, should take a look at the drug list.

Increased risk of sunburn from phototoxic reactions
Headache, dizziness, rash: The potential side effects of medicines are manifold. Some medications can also make you sensitive to light and cause sunburn. When the skin gets UV-A rays, a so-called phototoxic reaction develops in interaction with some ingredients. This was pointed out by the Internet portal "haut.de", which cooperates with the working group on aesthetic dermatology and cosmetology. According to the experts, the symptoms of a phototoxic reaction range from redness and burning pain to severe burns.

Those who unexpectedly get sunburn or other unpleasant skin redness, should take a look at his list of medications. The intake of some preparations may cause skin reactions. (Image: juefraphoto / fotolia.com)

Also plants and foods with photosensitizing effect
For the phototoxic effect are known, inter alia, some antibiotics, antidiabetic drugs, antihypertensive drugs, rheumatism and psychotropic drugs. Even some plants and foods such as citrus or celery may have photosensitizing effects. Also by giant bear claw threaten skin burns. In addition, people taking medications or herbal remedies such as St. John's Wort products should check with a doctor or pharmacy about any associated photosensitizing effects that may occur in combination with solar radiation. (Ad)