CPE
Michelle Dano, PharmD
This article was updated from the 2022 Pharmacy Today article “It’s hot out there: Druginduced photosensitivity” written by Kimberly M. Crosby, PharmD, associate professor at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center; and Katherine S. O’Neal, PharmD, MBA, BCACP, CDES, BC-ADM, AE-C, CLS, FADCES, associate professor at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center.
Drug-induced photosensitivity reactions are cutaneous adverse drug reactions (ADRs) which occur after exposure to both a sensitizing medication and ultraviolet radiation (UVR). These ADRs are commonly classified as phototoxic or photoallergic. It has been estimated that these photosensitivity reactions account for 8% of cutaneous ADRs reported (0.5% of all types of reported adverse reactions). The prevalence is most likely much higher as medication-induced photosensitivity is underreported. Recommended management of medication-induced photosensitivity is discontinuation of the causative medication. However, this is not always feasible, so a stepwise approach of considerations for management along with preventive measures is recommended.
CPE assessment
This assessment must be taken online; please see “CPE information” below for further instructions. The online system will present these questions in random order to help reinforce the learning opportunity. There is only one correct answer to each question.
CPE information
To obtain 1 hour of CPE credit for this activity, complete the CPE exam and submit it online at www.pharmacist.com/education. A Statement of Credit will be awarded for a passing grade of 70% or better. You have two opportunities to successfully complete the CPE exam. Pharmacists and technicians who successfully complete this activity before July 1, 2028, can receive credit. Your Statement of Credit will be available online immediately upon successful completion of the CPE exam.
This policy is intended to maintain the integrity of the CPE activity. Learners who successfully complete this activity by the expiration date can receive CPE credit. Please visit CPE Monitor for your statement of credit/transcript.
To claim credit
1. Go to http://apha.us/CPE.
2. Log in to your APhA account, or register as a new user.
3. Select “Enroll Now” or “Add to Cart” (click “View Cart” and “Check Out”).
4. Complete the assessment and evaluation.
5. Click “Claim Credit.” You will need to provide your NABP e-profile ID number to obtain and print your statement of credit.
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