Other antibiotics, like amoxicillin, have no effect on sun sensitivity. The spectrum of medications that could lead to a burn ranges from over-the-counter painkillers like Aleve, Advil, and Motrin (NSAIDs, specifically) to antidepressants, diuretics, and diabetes and high blood pressure medicines.

What antibiotics make you sensitive to sunlight?

There are certain types of medicines that can cause sensitivity to the sun. Some of these include: Antibiotics (ciprofloxacin, doxycycline, levofloxacin, ofloxacin, tetracycline, trimethoprim)

Can antibiotics cause light sensitivity?

Photosensitivity is a side effect of many kinds of medications, including some antibiotics, retinoids and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen.