SunMask
SunMask Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
This cream is a combination of 4 ingredients which provide a highly protective sunscreen action.Thus, it protects against the harmful effects of ultraviolet rays of sun which can cause skin cancer, wrinkle, premature aging and darkening of skin. Its Sun Protection Factor (SPF) is 60 & Protection Grade of UVA (PA) is +++, making it perfect for both UVA & UVB protection. Zinc Oxide acts as screen and reflects & scatters UV radiation in order to protect the skin.Avobenzone,Octinoxate and Enzacamene absorb UV radiation and convert it to heat, which is then released from the skin. Strong stay-on properties making it long lasting sunscreen.
Trade Name | SunMask |
Generic | Zinc oxide, Octinoxate, Enzacamene and Avobenzone |
Weight | n/a, 2% |
Type | Cream, Gel |
Therapeutic Class | Sunblock Preparation |
Manufacturer | Square Pharmaceuticals Ltd,, Dermocare Laboratories |
Available Country | Bangladesh, India |
Last Updated: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am |
Uses
This cream is used for protection from harmful UV rays and thus managing photodermatoses, skin pigmentation, solar urticaria, acute solar dermatitis, drug-induced photosensitivity, acute lupus erythematosus, polymorphic light eruption, etc.
Pediatric Use: The safety and effectiveness of this cream have not been established in pediatric patients.
Dosage
SunMask dosage
Apply on the exposed area of the body to sunlight (such as face, neck & body) at least 30 minutes before exposure and whenever necessary. Massage on to skin until absorbed. To ensure maximum protection, repeat the application every two hours after continuous exposure to the sun and after swimming, physical exercise.
- Take an adequate amount of cream
- Apply as a thin layer on the face or, other exposed body area
- Gently massage onto the skin
Side Effects
Signs of irritations (erythema, burning or rash) may appear when applied to sensitive or broken skin.
Precaution
For external use only. Transient stinging or burning may occur when applied to abraded or broken skin.
Interaction
It is not known whether this preparation has any interaction with other topically applied drug products.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding use
Pregnancy Category C. It is not known whether SunMask is excreted in human milk. Caution should be exercised when this cream is administered to a nursing woman.
Contraindication
SunMask is contraindicated in patients with a history of sensitivity to any components of the preparation.
Storage Condition
Store below 30°C. Do not freeze. Keep out of reach of children.
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