Keep Skin Cancer Risk With Hydrochlorothiazide in Perspective

October 2020

Patients will ask if they should stop hydrochlorothiazide...due to concerns of increased skin cancer risk.

Hydrochlorothiazide is already known for causing increased sensitivity to the sun, or photosensitivity.

This may play a role in causing skin damage...and make patients more likely to develop "nonmelanoma" skin cancer.

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Table of Contents

Contraceptives Look Out for Oral Contraceptives With Similar Names or Packaging
Immunizations Listen for Questions About Vaccinations During COVID-19
Supplements Stay Alert for Patients Getting Risky Supplements Promoted for COVID-19
Contraceptives Be Ready for the New Nexplanon Contraceptive Implant
Substance Use Disorder Help Avoid Interruptions in Opioid Use Disorder Treatment
Asthma Include a "Do Not Swallow" Sticker on the Atectura Asthma Inhaler
Med Safety Keep Skin Cancer Risk With Hydrochlorothiazide in Perspective
Alzheimer's Disease Double-Check Which Alzheimer's Med You're Dispensing
Menopause Tibella Will Be a New Option for Women With Hot Flashes