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Do angiotensin receptor blockers increase the skin's sensitivity to the sun (photosensitivity)? on valsartan 40mg for the past year i notice that my arms and face get tanned faster than before and stay tanned longer. coincidence?
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It is not a coincidence. Angiotensin II receptor blockers are known to occasionally cause photosensitivity. If it is causing bad sunburns, use a lot of sunscreen, stay out of this sign, and contact your doctor to see if you need to switch medications. Good luck.
Answered 6/3/2023
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