Take Cover! Prescription Drugs That Don't Like the Sun

These meds may increase your sensitivity to sunlight.

By Beth Howard

From Reader's Digest

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It's a common problem, but few people have heard of it: Many medications increase your sensitivity to sunlight, which can leave you with a painful burn.

Skip the short sleeves or be extra careful with sunscreen if you use:

Antibiotics, such as tetracycline
Beta-blockers, often used for hypertension
Diuretics, also used for high blood pressure
Oral contraceptives
Acne treatments or wrinkle fighters containing Retin-A or retinol
NSAIDs such as ibuprofen and aspirin
Saint-John's-wort

From Reader's Digest - August 2009

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