Drug-Induced photosensitivity

Drug-induced photosensitivity is an abnormal skin reaction in individuals exposed to radiation and certain drugs. A literature review was carried out through a database search such as Pubmed, Cochrane Library and Science Direct, in order to identify drugs that cause photosensitivity reactions and acknowledge the role of the pharmacist in the management and prevention of such reactions. Articles dated until 2020 were included both written in English, Portuguese and Spanish. The prevalence of photosensitivity reactions depends on factors such as the geographical area and prescription and use habits. Various drug classes, namely NSAIDs (ketoprofen and piroxicam), Antifungals, Antibiotics (tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones), Antihypertensive, Statins, Antiarrhythmics (amiodarone), Retinoids e Chemotherapeutics (vemurafenib), are among the most frequently associated with the induction of photosensitivity reactions. Chronic exposure to these drugs may be associated with na increased risk of photocarcinogenesis. A wide range of drugs, including the ones not subject to medical prescription, may induce photosensitivity, meaning that additional photo-protection precautions must be applied to the patient. The role of the pharmacist plays an important part in the medical counselling, prevention and management of eventual cutaneous reactions associated to those therapeutics.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio

“Agitar antes de usar” – rotular não basta!

Poster apresentado no Congresso Nacional dos Farmacêuticos 2020 “Abrir Horizontes. Fazer Acontecer” e XIV Congresso Mundial dos Farmacêuticos de Língua Portuguesa. 26-28 Novembro 2020, LisboaN/

An overview of vitamin B in food supplements

Poster apresentado no 4.º Congresso Internacional de Saúde do IP Leiria - “Tendências Globais em Saúde.” 11-12 Maio 2018, LeiriaN/

Cow’s milk protein allergy: the hidden danger of medicines’ excipients

Communication abstract: Proceedings of the 5th International Congress of CiiEM - Reducing inequalities in Health and Society, held at Egas Moniz’ University Campus in Monte de Caparica, Almada, from June 16th to 18th, 2021.This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.In patients with a cow’s milk protein allergy, the presence of these allergens in medicines, even in trace amounts, can trigger serious allergic reactions. The study of milk-related excipient prevalence in 165 antiasthmatic medicines, based on the information included in the Summary of Product Characteristics, revealed the presence of lactose in more than one third of these medicines. Since lactose may suffer cross-contamination with cow’s milk protein, these results are an alert to health professionals.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio

Vitamin content in food supplements: are we getting what we need?

Poster apresentado no XVII Congresso de Nutrição e Alimentação & I Congresso Internacional de Nutrição e Alimentação. 10-11 Maio 2018, LisboaN/

Terapêuticas fotossensibilizantes em idosos : uma realidade subvalorizada

Poster apresentado em LusoSaúde – Jornadas Científicas da Saúde da Lusofonia. RACS – Rede Académica das Ciências da Saúde da Lusofonia. Online, 10 de novembro de 2023N/

Application of Cannabis Use Intention Questionnaire (CUIQ) to First Year University Students

Communication abstract: Proceedings of the 5th International Congress of CiiEM - Reducing inequalities in Health ad Society, held at Egas Moniz’ University Campus in Monte de Caparica, Almada, from June 16th to 18th, 2021.This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.Cannabis is the illegal drug most used worldwide. Its long-term use increases the risk of depression and schizophrenia, causing a major public health problem. A validated questionnaire was applied to first year students of Instituto Universitário Egas Moniz to assess their intention regarding cannabis use. They do not consider cannabis to be much associated with well-being, they slightly consider the opinion of relatives, and they show a low intent to use the drug, believing themselves to have strong self-control. Scores are above average for 18-y.o. Portuguese students, except for belief in self-control.info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio

Nutraceuticals for smart aging and potential drug interactions

Communication abstract: Proceedings of the 5th International Congress of CiiEM - Reducing inequalities in Health and Society, held at Egas Moniz’ University Campus in Monte de Caparica, Almada, from June 16th to 18th, 2021.This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.The use of nutraceuticals as cognitive enhancers is on the rise and may be especially problematic in polymedicated older patients. The potential of interaction of these products with drugs commonly prescribed to this age group is evaluated in this work, by identification of mutual targets (enzymes, transporters and receptors).info:eu-repo/semantics/publishedVersio

Minerals content in food supplements: label doses survey

Poster apresentado no XVII Congresso de Nutrição e Alimentação & I Congresso Internacional de Nutrição e Alimentação. 10-11 Maio 2018, LisboaN/