Sun-protection

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In vitro absorption-spectrophotometry techniques are available to assess a sunscreen s efficacy, but the preferred methods are in vivo procedures in which a small body site is irradiated with the desired wavelengths for different periods in the presence or absence of a uv protectant. Procedures vary from country to country to determine the incremental timing of the exposure that ultimately allows quantification via sun protective factor (SPE). In the United States, sunscreen preparations are considered OTC dmg products, and the SPE must be specified (54). Even in countries that do not identify these products as dmgs, SPE labeling has become customary. 

Tioxide process. This process is similar to that used to produce fumed silicas. Ultra-low particle size titanium dioxide (15-35 nm) is obtained for use as photocatalyst or UV absorber (for instance in sun protective creams). 

An enzyme is produced for manufacturing a sun protection lotion. Given kinetic data for... 

For production of an enzyme used for synthesis of a sun protection lotion, the required kinetic data and constants are ... 

Patients with melasma (Eig. 2.3) applied topical sunscreens (sun protection factor 15) and 10% glycolic acid lotion at night for 2 weeks. They were then treated with 50% glycolic acid facial peels once a month for 3 consecutive months. At regular intervals and at the end of the follow-up period (3 months) after the last peel, the degree of improvement in pigmentation was assessed by measuring MASl (Melasma Area and Severity Index) [11]. 

Twice a day moisturizing creams and UVB-UVA sunscreen (with a sun protection factor [SPF] of at least 15)... 

Use of sunscreen daily that is applied to all sun-exposed skin. Use of sunscreen with sun protection factor (SPF) 30 or... 

Avoid skin trauma. Sunburns can induce a flare-up of psoriasis. Sunscreens with a sun protection factor of at least 15 should be routinely used when outdoors often a sun protection factor of 30 is recommended. Avoid scratching the skin, which could lead to excoriations and exacerbate psoriasis. Loose-fitting cotton garments should be worn to minimize skin irritation. 

Pharmacists should tell their sun-deprived, fairskinned patrons not to spend more than 15-20 minutes in the mid-day sun (10 00 a.m. to 3 00 p.m.) on first exposure when traveling to vacation spots such as Florida [18]. This is ample, safe exposure to initiate the tanning response in those who are able to tan. Exposures can be increased incrementally by 15 minutes a day until a 45-minute tolerance is developed, which is generally an adequate level of sun protection in conjunction with the use of sunscreens. It should be obvious that dark-skinned people are already heavily pigmented and thus far less susceptible to burning. Other individuals don t tan at all and must apply sunscreens with high protection factors before sun bathing. 

The sunblocks zinc oxide, titanium dioxide, and iron oxide are inorganic chemicals that are not absorbed into the skin. These substances consist of opaque particles that reflect both visible and ultraviolet light. In addition, zinc oxide blocks virtually the entire UVA and UVB spectrum and thus offers overall protection. The particulate nature of these sunblocks enhances their effectiveness at reflecting sunlight. The smaller the particle size, the greater the surface area available for reflection, and the more effective the sun protection offered by the formulation. 

These chemicals act much as the active ingredients in our sunscreens but have larger sun-protection factors. A project is currently under way to develop and market this discovery as a powerful new sunscreen. 

Amiodarone is useful in the treatment of supraventricular and ventricular arrhythmias. Amiodarone tends to hove a number of side-effects, such os photosensitivity. Patients ore advised to ovoid exposure to sunlight and apply a sun protection factor on a doily basis. Amiodarone may also cause reversible corneal microdeposits os a result of v/hich patients find night glare irritating and so patients ore advised to ovoid driving at night. 

Q81 An ultrablock sunscreen preparation always has a sun protection factor of 30. Sunscreen preparations protect the skin from the damage associated with ultraviolet A (UVA). 

Amiodarone is an anti-arrhythmic drug indicated in supraventricular and ventricular arrhythmias. One of the main side-effects is photosensitivity and patients are advised to avoid exposure to sunlight and use sun protection factors. 

Sunscreen preparations tend to contain substances that protect the skin against sunburn caused by ultraviolet B (UVB) rays. UVA rays are associated v/ith long-term skin damage. Sunscreen preparations contain a variety of sun protection factors but not necessarily a factor of 30. 

Q27 A tourist comes to the pharmacy asking for o sun lotion for sun protection. Which product would you recommend ... 

The frequency of application of sunscreen is guided by the SPF (sun protection factor) of the preparation. This derived value is the ratio of the time of ultraviolet exposure that causes erythema with the sunscreen to the time that causes erythema without the sunscreen. The higher the SPF, the less frequent the needed application of sunscreen. SPFs of available preparations vary from 2 to 50. 

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