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Medicine Reaction, Sunburn

Many prescription and nonprescription medicines can cause the skin to sunburn more easily. A few common examples are:

  • Some antibiotics.
  • Aspirin, ibuprofen (such as Advil or Motrin), and naproxen (such as Aleve).
  • Skin products that contain vitamin A or alpha hydroxy acids (AHA).
  • Some acne medicines.
  • Some diabetes medicines that you take by mouth.

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Current as of: October 24, 2023

Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff
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All Healthwise education is reviewed by a team that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practitioners, registered dieticians, and other healthcare professionals.

Current as of: October 24, 2023

Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff

Clinical Review Board
All Healthwise education is reviewed by a team that includes physicians, nurses, advanced practitioners, registered dieticians, and other healthcare professionals.

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