Instructions for SmoothSkin models including: DuoLux Mini Collagen LED Eye Patches, Mini Collagen LED Eye Patches, LED Eye Patches, Eye Patches, Patches
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Contraindications LED Patches and Hydrocolloids · DO NOT share the device with any other person. The device is for single person use only. · DO NOT reuse the hydrocolloid patches between treatment sessions. The hydrocolloid patches are for single use only. · DO NOT use the device to treat any other conditions apart from those listed in the intended use. The device has not been tested for any other conditions than those listed, and the risk is unknown. · DO NOT use the device if you are pregnant, planning on becoming pregnant or breastfeeding. The device has NOT been tested on pregnant or breast-feeding women and therefore the risk to the foetus, neonate or pregnant women is unknown. · DO NOT use the device if you have an allergy to Silicone or Polyethylene terephthalate. The treatment surfaces of the device contain medical grade silicone and Polyethylene terephthalate. · DO NOT use the device if you have an allergy to Hydrocolloid bandages or any of the ingredients in the hydrocolloid patches outlined above. The LED patch fixes to your face using an adhesive hydrocolloid patch. · DO NOT use the device if you suffer from light induced headaches. · DO NOT use the device if you suffer from any genetic conditions of the eyes. If you are unsure about any related eye condition and using the device, contact a health care professional. · DO NOT use the device if you suffer from lupus erythematosus, photosensitive eczema, or albinism. If you use the device to treat lupus erythematosus, photosensitive eczema, or albinism you may cause a severe skin reaction. · DO NOT use the device if you suffer from any photosensitive disorder (sensitisation to light). If you use the device and you suffer from a photosensitive disorder; you may cause a severe skin reaction. · DO NOT use the device if you are taking any medication that can cause photosensitivity. If you use the device and you are taking any medication that can cause photosensitivity you may cause a severe skin reaction. Photosensitivity is a common side effect of various medications. These can include certain antibiotics, chemotherapy drugs, and diuretics. If you are unsure about any medication, you may be taking consult your healthcare provider. Other substances not listed above can also cause photosensitivity. Common examples of these substances are: St John's wort, coal tar, deodorants, antibacterial soaps, artificial sweeteners, naphthalene (mothballs), petroleum products, brightening agents found in laundry detergent, and cadmium sulphide (a chemical injected into the skin during tattooing). There are some instances in which the device may prove unsuitable for an individual. Certain medical conditions or drugs may mean that an individual is unsuitable for the treatment. Precautions due to drug induced photosensitivity If you are taking any of the drugs listed below, please read the comments section of the table carefully. Drug Type Anti-Arthritic Anti-Arthritic or Immunosuppressant Anti-Arrhythmic Antibiotics Anti-Cancer Specific Group or Common Name Comments Gold 50 or Ridaura If YES, the treatment cannot be administered Azathioprine (Imuran, Azasan) If YES, the treatment can be administered as long as the medication has not been taken within the last 5 days. Amiodarone (Cordarone, Pacerone), Aratac If YES, the treatment can be administered as long as the medication has not been taken within the last 5 days. Quinidine If YES, and the client is currently on the medication it is at the discretion of the client as to whether they commence the treatment. There is a 10/100 chance of a light reaction. If the client has stopped taking the medication for 5 days, then the treatment can be administered. Fluoroquinolones:Ciprofloxacin (Cipro), If YES, the treatment can be administered Levofloxacin (Levaquin), Lomefloxacin as long as the medication has not been (Maxaquin),Norfloxacin (Noroxin), Ofloxacin taken within the last 5 days. (Floxin) Tetracyclines:Demeclocycline (Declomycin), Doxycycline (Vibramycin), Minocycline (Minocin), Oxytetracycline (Terramycin) Others:Azithromycin (Zithromax), Capreomycin (Capastat), Ceftazidime (Fortaz),cycloserine (Seromycin),Metronidazole (Flagyl), nalidixic acid (NegGram), pyrazinamide, sulfamethoxazole/ trimethoprim (Bactrim) Bexarotene (Targretin), Capecitabine (Xeloda), Dacarbazine (DTIC), Epirubicin (Ellence), Fluorouracil (5-FU), Interferon alfa (Intron A, Alferon-N), Methotrexate (Mexate), Pentostatin If YES, and the client is currently on the medication it is at the discretion of the client as to whether they commence the treatment.There is between a 1 /100 and 5/100 chance of a light reaction.If the Anticonvulsants Antifungals Antihistamines Antihypertensives Antimalarial Antipsychotics Antiretroviral Antiviral Cardiovascular Lipid regulators Other (Nipent), Procarbazine (Matulane), Tretinoin, oral client has stopped taking the medication (Vesanoid), Vinblastine (Velban, Velbe) for 5 days, then the treatment can be administered. Carbamazepine (Tegretol), Felbamate (Felbatol), If YES, and the client is currently on the Gabapentin (Neurontin), Lamotrigine (Lamictal), medication it is at the discretion of the Oxcarbazepine (Trileptal), Topiramate (Topamax), client as to whether they commence the Valproic acid (Depakene) treatment.There is a 1/100 chance of a light reaction.If the client has stopped taking the medication for 5 days, then the treatment can be administered. Flucytosine (Ancobon), Griseofulvin (Fulvicin, Gris-PEG), Terconazole (Terazol) Voriconazole (VFEND) If YES, the treatment can be administered as long as the medication has not been taken within the last 5 days. Cetirizine (Zyrtec), Diphenhydramine (Benadryl), If YES, the treatment can be administered Loratadine (Claritin), Promethazine (Phenergan) as long as the medication has not been taken within the last 5 days. Captopril (Capoten), Diltiazem (Cardizem, If YES, the treatment can be administered Tiazac), Enalapril (Vasotec), Nifedipine as long as the medication has not been (Procardia), Sotalol (Betapace) taken within the last 5 days. Chloroquine (Aralen), Hydroxychloroquine If YES, the treatment can be administered (Plaquenil), Pyrimethamine (Daraprim), as long as the medication has not been Pyrimethamine/sulfadoxine (Fansidar), Quinine taken within the last 5 days Phenothiazines:Chlorpromazine (Thorazine), If YES, and the client is currently on the Fluphenazine (Prolixin), Perphenazine (Trilafon), medication it is at the discretion of the Prochlorperazine (Compazine), Thioridazine client as to whether they commence the (Mellaril), Trifluoperazine (Stelazine) treatment.There is between a 2/100 and 3/100 chance of a light reaction.If the client has stopped taking the medication for 5 days, then the treatment can be administered. Ritonavir (Norvir), Saquinavir (Fortovase, Invirase), Zalcitabine (Hivid) If YES, and the client is currently on the medication it is at the discretion of the client as to whether they commence the treatment. There is approximately a 2/100 chance of a light reaction. If the client has stopped taking the medication for 5 days, then the treatment can be administered. Amantadine (Symmetrel), Acyclovir (Zovirax) If YES, and the client is currently on the medication it is at the discretion of the client as to whether they commence the treatment.There is approximately a 1/100 chance of a light reaction.If the client has stopped taking the medication for 5 days, then the treatment can be administered. Thiazide diuretics:Bendroflumethiazide If YES, the treatment can be administered (Corzide), Chlorthalidone (Thalitone), as long as the medication has not been Hydrochlorothiazide (Microzide), taken within the last 5 days. Hydroflumethiazide (Diucardin), Indapamide (Lozol), Methyclothiazide (Enduron), Metolazone (Zaroxolyn), Polythiazide (Renese) Diuretics, Other:Furosemide (Lasix), Triamterene (Dyrenium) Fenofibrate (Tricor) If YES, and the client is currently on the medication it is at the discretion of the client as to whether they commence the treatment.There is a 10/100 chance of a light reaction.If the client has stopped taking the medication for 5days then the treatment can be administered. Non-steroidal anti- Diclofenac (Voltaren, Cataflam), Naproxen If YES, and the client is currently on the inflammatory (NSAIDs) (Anaprox) medication it is at the discretion of the Analgesics client as to whether they commence the treatment.There is a <1/100 chance of a light reaction.If the client has stopped taking the medication for 1 day, then the treatment can be administered. Sedatives Alprazolam (Xanax), Chlordiazepoxide (Librium), If YES, and the client is currently on the Zaleplon (Sonata), Zolpidem (Ambien) medication it is at the discretion of the client as to whether they commence the treatment.There is a 1/100 chance of a light reaction.If the client has stopped taking the medication for 5 days, then the treatment can be administered. Skin agents (acne) Isotretinoin (Accutane, Roaccutane) Tretinoin If YES, and the client is currently on the topical (Renova, Retin-A) Tazarotene (Tazorac) medication it is at the discretion of the client as to whether they commence the treatment.There is between a 5/100 and a 10/100 chance of a light reaction.If the client has stopped taking the medication for 5 days, then the treatment can be administered. Skin agents (hair) Coal tar, Minoxidil (Rogaine) If YES, and the client is currently on the medication it is at the discretion of the client as to whether they commence the treatment.There is < 0.5/100 chance of a light reaction.If the client has stopped taking the medication for 5 days, then the treatment can be administered.