USER GUIDE
LED MASK
Contraindications
Please read the following contraindications carefully before using the ELEMIS Red Light Mask device.
Failure to follow these guidelines may result in adverse reactions
DO NOT share ELEMIS Red Light Mask with any other person. ELEMIS Red Light Mask is for single person use only.
DO NOT use ELEMIS Red Light Mask to treat any other conditions apart from those listed in the indications for use. The ELEMIS Red Light Mask has not been tested for any other conditions than those listed, and the risk is unknown.
DO NOT use ELEMIS Red Light Mask if you are pregnant, planning on becoming pregnant or breastfeeding. The ELEMIS Red Light Mask 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 ELEMIS Red Light Mask if you suffer from light induced headaches.
DO NOT use ELEMIS Red Light Mask if you have an allergy to silicone. The treatment surfaces of the ELEMIS Red Light Mask contain medical grade silicone.
DO NOT use ELEMIS Red Light Mask if you suffer from any genetic conditions of the eyes. If you are unsure about any related eye condition and using ELEMIS Red Light Mask, contact a healthcare professional.
DO NOT use ELEMIS Red Light Mask if you suffer from lupus erythematosus, photosensitive eczema, or albinism. If you use ELEMIS Red Light Mask to treat lupus erythematosus, photosensitive eczema, or albinism you may cause a severe skin reaction.
DO NOT use ELEMIS Red Light Mask if you suffer from any photosensitive disorder (sensitization to light). If you use the ELEMIS Red Light Mask and you suffer from a photosensitive disorder, you may cause a severe skin reaction.
DO NOT use ELEMIS Red Light Mask if you are taking any medication that can cause photosensitivity. If you use the ELEMIS Red Light Mask and you are taking any medication that can causes photosensitivity you may cause a severe skin reaction.
Photosensitivity
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
- cadmium sulphide (a chemical injected into the skin during tattooing)
There are some instances in which the ELEMIS Red Light Mask 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.
Anti-Arthritic
Gold 50 or Ridaura
If YES, the treatment cannot be administered
Anti-Arthritic / Immunosuppressant
Azathioprine (Imuran, Azasan)
If YES, the treatment can be administered as long as the medication has not been taken within the last 5 days.
Anti-Arrhythmic
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.
Anti-Arrhythmic
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.
Antibiotics
Fluoroquinolones: Ciprofloxacin (Cipro), Levofloxacin (Levaquin), Lomefloxacin (Maxaquin), Norfloxacin (Noroxin), Ofloxacin (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)
If YES, the treatment can be administered as long as the medication has not been taken within the last 5 days.
Anti-Cancer
Bexarotene (Targretin), Capecitabine (Xeloda), Dacarbazine (DTIC), Epirubicin (Ellence), Fluorouracil (5-FU), Interferon alfa (Intron A, Alferon-N), Methotrexate (Mexate), Pentostatin (Nipent), Procarbazine (Matulane), Tretinoin, oral (Vesanoid), Vinblastine (Velban, Velbe)
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 client has stopped taking the medication for ≥ 5 days, then the treatment can be administered.
Anticonvulsants
Carbamazepine (Tegretol), Felbamate (Felbatol), Gabapentin (Neurontin), Lamotrigine (Lamictal), Oxcarbazepine (Trileptal), Topiramate (Topamax), Valproic acid (Depakene)
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 1/100 chance of a light reaction. If the client has stopped taking the medication for ≥ 5 days, then the treatment can be administered.
Antifungals
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.
Antihistamines
Cetirizine (Zyrtec), Diphenhydramine (Benadryl), Loratadine (Claritin), Promethazine (Phenergan)
If YES, the treatment can be administered as long as the medication has not been taken within the last 5 days.
Antihypertensives
Captopril (Capoten), Diltiazem (Cardizem, Tiazac), Enalapril (Vasotec), Nifedipine (Procardia), Sotalol (Betapace)
If YES, the treatment can be administered as long as the medication has not been taken within the last 5 days.
Antimalarial
Chloroquine (Aralen), Hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil), Pyrimethamine (Daraprim), Pyrimethamine/sulfadoxine (Fansidar), Quinine
If YES, the treatment can be administered as long as the medication has not been taken within the last 5 days.
Antipsychotics
Phenothiazines: Chlorpromazine (Thorazine), Fluphenazine (Prolixin), Perphenazine (Trilafon), Prochlorperazine (Compazine), Thioridazine (Mellaril), Trifluoperazine (Stelazine)
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 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.
Antiretroviral
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.
Antiviral
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.
Cardiovascular
Thiazide diuretics: Bendroflumethiazide (Corzide), Chlorthalidone (Thalitone), Hydrochlorothiazide (Microzide), Hydroflumethiazide (Diucardin), Indapamide (Lozol), Methyclothiazide (Enduron), Metolazone (Zaroxolyn), Polythiazide (Renese)
Diuretics, Other: Furosemide (Lasix), Triamterene (Dyrenium)
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.
Lipid regulators
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.
NSAIDs / Analgesics
Diclofenac (Voltaren, Cataflam), Naproxen (Anaprox)
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 <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), Zaleplon (Sonata), Zolpidem (Ambien)
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 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 topical (Renova, Retin-A), Tazarotene (Tazorac)
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 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.