Can Steroids Cause Photosensitivity?
Official Answer. No, You Do Not Need to Avoid Being in the Sun While Taking Prednisone as It Does Not Have Increased Sensitivity to the Sun as a Listed Side...
Official Answer. No, you do not need to avoid being in the sun while taking Prednisone as it does not have increased sensitivity to the sun as a listed side effect. However, you should follow everyday sun safe techniques such as using sunscreen and covering up to reduce sun damage to your skin.
What medications can cause photosensitivity?
- Antibiotics, particularly tetracyclines like doxycycline and fluoroquinolones like ciprofloxacin.
- Tricyclic antidepressants like amitriptyline and nortriptyline.
- Older antihistamines like promethazine.
- Griseofulvin, an antifungal medication.
Can steroids cause skin sensitivity?
This type affects people with eczema or dermatitis. It causes swelling, redness, burning, and sensitive skin within one to two weeks after you stop using the steroid.
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