How do some medicines cause skin sensitivity to the sun?

Written By رنا السيلاوي on 2021/06/13

This article was written originally in Arabic and is translated using a 3rd party automated service. ArabiaWeather is not responsible for any grammatical errors whatsoever.

Weather of Arabia - Most people can enjoy the sun all year round, but when taking some medications, life in the sun can sometimes be less pleasant.

 

Some medications contain ingredients that may cause photosensitivity. These ingredients cause a chemical change in the skin, making a person sensitive to sunlight and can cause sunburn-like symptoms, rashes, or other unwanted side effects. It can be caused by products applied to the skin or by oral or injectable medications.

 

This article was written originally in Arabic and is translated using a 3rd party automated service. ArabiaWeather is not responsible for any grammatical errors whatsoever.


Browse on the official website



How does the weather affect our mood?10 Tips to Avoid Seasonal Illnesses with Temperature FluctuationsA mild air mass will bring limited chances of rain and cool nights, requiring a return to coats at the start of the week.Find out when the dusty weather in Jordan will end.Weather update: A noticeably dusty start to the day, with expectations that this will continue throughout the day.Saudi Arabia's Meteorology Department warns of heavy rain, flash floods, and hail in 12 regions today, Saturday, April 18, 2026.Jordan: Very dusty weather expected on Saturday, coinciding with a drop in temperatures.Hailstorms of devastating sizes cause extensive damage in Daraa province, southern SyriaWatch: Large hailstones fell a short while ago in the far north of Irbid Governorate.