Drugs causing Photo sensivity Flashcards
1
Q
Antihistamine/Phenothiazine
A
Phenergan (Promethazine)
2
Q
Antibiotics
A
Cipro (Ciprofloxacin), Levaquin (Levofloxacin), Tetracycline, Minocycline, Doxycycline, Bactrim.
3
Q
Antifungals
A
Griseofulvin
4
Q
Cardiovasculars
A
Thiazide Diuretics (Chlorthalidone, HCTZ, Indapamide), Loop Diuretics (Furosemide), Cordarone (Amiodarone)
5
Q
Antipsychotics
A
Thorazine (Chlorpromazine)
6
Q
Antiacne
A
Accutane (Isotretinoin)
7
Q
Photosensitivity is also called
A
Photo toxicity
8
Q
Photosensitivity usually occurs_____ and appears as a _______.
A
Rapidly, Sunburn
9
Q
Reaction can be limited by ________ ________ to ______ and/or by _______ _____
A
Reaction can be limited by limiting exposure to sunlight and/or by applying sunscreen.
