Phototoxic

One, the kind that can happen to anyone, is called phototoxic, the effects of which resemble a very bad sunburn. ❋ By JANE E. BRODY (2011)

For example, aquatic organisms that have assimilated UV-B absorbing polyaromatic hydrocarbons have shown phototoxic effects when exposed to UV-B radiation. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Antibiotics such as tetracycline and sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim), some diuretics and antihistamines (such as Benadryl), nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (Feldene, Naproxen, Motrin), and some antidepressants can be phototoxic after exposure to UV light. ❋ Ellen Marmur (2009)

That phototoxic effect makes the skin red, swollen, and irritated, then causes it to peel. ❋ Ellen Marmur (2009)

For example, aquatic organisms that have ingested UV-B-absorbing PAHs have been shown to exhibit phototoxic effects following exposure to UV-B radiation [99]. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Most of the citrus essetial oils present in almost all perfumes can become phototoxic cause a rash or burning when the skin covered with this oil is exposed to the sun. ❋ Ayala Sender (2007)

And that caused her to have a phototoxic reaction. ❋ Unknown (2005)

She'd been taking an antibiotic for her bronchitis and that caused her to have a phototoxic reaction. ❋ Unknown (2005)

Unlike phototoxic reactions, which require a rather strong exposure to the offending substance, a photoallergic response can result from relatively small amounts of the allergen. ❋ By JANE E. BRODY (2011)

Some phototoxic reactions depend on oxygen, and taking antioxidants like vitamin C and vitamin E orally may be protective, Dr. Sarnoff said. ❋ By JANE E. BRODY (2011)

While in theory anyone exposed to sufficient amounts of a phototoxic drug should react to UVA exposure, one's susceptibility can be influenced by such factors as the amount of drug present in the skin, the color and thickness of the skin, and environmental conditions like humidity, temperature and wind. ❋ By JANE E. BRODY (2011)