Other Substances Not Listed Above Can Also Cause Photosensitivity - Dermalux Tri-Wave User Manual

Drug Type
Anti-inflammatory (topical)
Epidermal growth factor
receptor inhibitors (treatment
for lung cancer)
Anti-arthritic
Other substances not listed above can also cause
photosensitivity.
Common examples of these substances include:
St John's Wort, anti-perspirant, antibacterial soaps, artificial sweeteners, naphthalene
(mothballs), petroleum products, brightening agents found in laundry detergent, and
cadmium sulphide (a chemical injected into the skin during tattooing).
Dermalux Triwave User Guide 2015
Specific group or
common name
Ketoprofen, Oruvail
Cetuximab, panitumumab,
erlotinib, gefitinib, lapatinib,
vandetanib
Ridaura, Gold 50
Comments
Do not apply LED treatment directly
over gel. Can cause phototoxic
reaction if light is applied directly over
the gel.
Consult a physician before
commencing a course of Dermalux
If yes the treatment cannot be
administered
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