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Medications and their Potential to Cause Increase 'Photosensitivity'(Sensitivity To Light)


This page lists all known medications that could potentially lead to 'Photosensitivity' as a side effect. It's important to note that mild side effects are quite common with medications. The medication(s) listed here may be used individually or as part of a broader combination therapy. The information provided is intended as a helpful resource; however, it should not replace professional medical advice. If you're concerned about 'Photosensitivity', it is advisable to consult a healthcare professional.
In addition to 'Photosensitivity', there may be other similar symptoms or signs that better match your side effect. These have also been listed below for your convenience. If you find a symptom that more closely resembles your experience, you can use this information to identify potential medications that might be the cause.

Drugs with the Side Effect - Photosensitivity

Fluorouracil


Most other Common Side Effects: Burning, crusting, skin inflammation, erosions, redness of the skin, pigmentation, irritation, pain, itching, scar, rash, soreness and ulceration

Sparfloxacin


Most other Common Side Effects: diarrhea, nausea, headache, indigestion, dizziness, sleeplessness, abdominal pain, itching, taste perversion, QT interval prolongation, vomiting, flatulence, and dilatation of blood vessels

Streptomycin


Most other Common Side Effects: diarrhea, nausea, headache, indigestion, dizziness, sleeplessness, abdominal pain, itching, taste perversion, QT interval prolongation, vomiting, flatulence, and dilatation of blood vessels

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Sulfamethoxazole


Most other Common Side Effects: diarrhea, nausea, headache, indigestion, dizziness, sleeplessness, abdominal pain, itching, taste perversion, QT interval prolongation, vomiting, flatulence, and dilatation of blood vessels

Vemurafenib Tablet


Most other Common Side Effects: Joint pain, rash, hair loss, fatigue, nausea, itching, and skin papilloma

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References

  1. https://www.fda.gov/drugs/information-consumers-and-patients-drugs/finding-and-learning-about-side-effects-adverse-reactions
  2. https://nctr-crs.fda.gov/fdalabel/ui/search
  3. https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/
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