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Suggest Treatment For A Raised Rash On The Arm
I am having a raised rash just on my arms, and I am taking Metformin for type 2 diabetes. I m wondering if this drug causes phototoxicity to the sun. My arms are the only part of me that has been exposed to the sun. My email address is. YYYY@YYYY
Mon, 4 Nov 2019
Hello,
Metformin does not cause photo toxicity based on evidence studies. The symptoms can be related to sun exposure. I suggest using Calamine lotion for local application and cold compresses for relieve.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
Metformin does not cause photo toxicity based on evidence studies. The symptoms can be related to sun exposure. I suggest using Calamine lotion for local application and cold compresses for relieve.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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