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DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medications you use, especially of other drugs that can cause sun sensitivity such as: thiazide water pills (e.g., hydrochlorothiazide), tetracycline, sulfa antibiotics, quinolone antibiotics (e.g., ciprofloxacin), phenothiazine-type medications (e.g., chlorpromazine). Also report the use of other skin products (or drugs) with a strong drying effect or high alcohol content; as well as medicated soaps and vitamin A products. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. This medicine may be harmful if swallowed. Symptoms of overdose may include increased redness, peeling, and discomfort.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from sunlight and moisture.
Last Editorial Review: 3/2/2005
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