The Role of Daily Photoprotection and Antioxidants in Sun Protection: A Guide for Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians (Pharmacy Technician)

Program Description

Excessive sun exposure can lead to sunburn, photosensitivity, and skin cancer among other dermatologic issues. As some medications can also increase photosensitivity, patients must be informed about measures they can take to protect their skin. Pharmacists and pharmacy technicians can help patients identify appropriate sun protection products based on individual characteristics and preferences. This webinar will look at sunscreen ingredients that provide the most benefit for patients seeking greater sun care protection. Additionally, counseling points regarding sunscreen application and daily routines to improve skin care, especially for patients with risk factors for photosensitivity and/or skin cancer, will be discussed.

Target audience: Retail pharmacists, pharmacy technicians

Type of activity: Application for pharmacists; Knowledge for pharmacy technicians
Release date: April 21, 2023
Expiration date: April 21, 2025

Time to complete activity: 1.0 hour
Fee: Free

Educational Objectives

Pharmacy Technician Educational Objectives

At the completion of this activity, participants will be able to:

• Review the importance of daily photoprotection, including guidelines and recommendations for sun protection
• Name current OTC products that provide sun protection
• Recognize opportunities for pharmacy technicians to support the pharmacist in mitigating patients’ risks associated with sun exposure

Pharmacy Times Continuing Education™ is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. This activity is approved for 1.0 contact hour (0.10 CEU) under the ACPE universal activity numbers 0290-0000-23-170-H01-P and 0290-0000-23-145-H01-T. The activity is available for CE credit through April 21, 2025.

Instructions for Completing the Activity and Receiving CPE Credit

To receive CPE credit, participants must complete the pretest, review the activity in its entirety, complete the posttest, and complete the online activity evaluation. After successful completion of the online activity evaluation, you can submit your credit to CPE Monitor. You may view your credit within 48 hours at www.mycpemonitor.net. All participants must request credit before the activity expiration date. CE credit will not be issued after this date.

Disclosures

The following contributors have no relevant financial relationships with commercial interests to disclose:

Faculty

Jodie L. Elder, PharmD

Pharmacy Times Continuing Education™ Planning Staff—Jim Palatine, RPh, MBA; Maryjo Dixon, RPh, MBA; Lauren Assennata; Susan Pordon; Brianna Winters; and Chloe Taccetta.

An anonymous peer reviewer was used as part of content validation and conflict resolution. The peer reviewer has no relevant financial relationships with commercial interests to disclose.

Educational Disclaimer
CPE activities are offered solely for educational purposes and do not constitute any form of professional advice or referral. Discussions concerning drugs, dosages, and procedures may reflect the clinical experience of the author(s) or they may be derived from the professional literature or other sources and may suggest uses that are investigational in nature and not approved labeling or indications. Participants are encouraged to refer to primary references or full prescribing information resources.

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