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Why Should Sun Exposure Be Avoided While On Mylan-Hydroxychloroquine?
I take Mylan-Hdyroxychloroquine 200 mg twice a day Monday to Friday and I notice there is a notice on the bottle indicating, Avoid Prolonged exposure to the sun or sun lamps. I do not use a sun lamp but I am in Flordia for the winter and exactly what do they mean when they indicate no sun exposure, please define for me.
Mon, 8 May 2017
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This medication can increase the risk of sun burn if there is prolonged or excessive exposure.
The use of a sunscreen would prevent/reduce any effects but if possible you should still try to reduce your exposure.
I hope this helps
This medication can increase the risk of sun burn if there is prolonged or excessive exposure.
The use of a sunscreen would prevent/reduce any effects but if possible you should still try to reduce your exposure.
I hope this helps
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