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4. When to avoid using Glide™?
Certain conditions may prevent the use of Glide™ temporarily.
DO NOT USE
Glide™ if any of the follow-
ing currently apply to you:
If you are pregnant or nursing (lactating).
If you were exposed to strong sunlight or an artificial tanning machine during the past 4 weeks.
If you have a tattoo or permanent makeup on the area to be treated.
If you have dark brown or black spots, such as large freckles, birth marks, moles or warts on the area to
be treated.
If you have eczema, psoriasis, lesions, open wounds or active infections, such as cold sores in the area to
be treated. Wait for the affected area to heal before using Glide™.
If you have a history of kelodial scar formation, a known sensitivity to light (photosensitivity) or are taking
medication that makes the skin more sensitive to light, including non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents,
(e.g., aspirins, ibuprofens, acetaminophen), tetracyclines, phenothiazines, thiazide, diuretics, sulfonyluraes,
sulfonamides, DTIC, fluorouracil, vinblastine, griseofulvin, Alpha-Hydroxi Acids (AHAs), Beta-Hydroxi
Acids (BHAs), Retin-A
®
, Accutane
®
and/or topical retinoids.
If you have abnormal skin conditions caused by diabetes, for example, or other systemic or metabolic
diseases.
If you are currently or have recently been treated with Alpha-Hydroxi Acids (AHAs), Beta-Hydroxi Acids
(BHAs), Retin-A
®
, topical retinoids or azelaic acid.
If you have been treated with Accutane® (isotretinoin) within the past 6 months.
If you have been on a steroid regimen within the past 3 months.
If you have a history of herpes outbreaks in the area of treatment, unless you have consulted your physi
cian and received preventative treatment before using Glide™.
If you suffer from epilepsy.
If you have an active implant, such as a pacemaker, incontinence device, insulin pump, etc.
If you have a disease related to photosensitivity, such as porphyria, polymorphic light eruption, solar
urticaria, lupus, etc.
If you have a history of skin cancer or areas of potential skin malignancies.
If you have received radiation therapy or chemotherapy treatments within the past 3 months.
If you have any other condition which in your physician’s opinion would make it unsafe for you to be
treated.
If you are unsure if Glide™ is safe for you to use, please consult with your doctor or dermatologist.
