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Do Antibiotics Increase Skin Sensitivity to the Sun?

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Drug-induced photosensitivity may account for up to 8% of all adverse cutaneous drug reactions [1.5.6, 1.5.7]. Certain common medications, including several types of antibiotics, can increase your skin's sensitivity to ultraviolet (UV) light, a condition known as photosensitivity.