Octinoxate

Mechanism-of-action class: Physiochemical Activity.

• Uses Helps prevent sunburn.

Directions Apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure Reapply at least every 2 hours Use a water resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating Sun Protection Measures. Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease this risk, regularly use a sunscreen with a Broad Spectrum SPF value of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures including: limit time in the sun, especially from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. wear long-sleeved shirts, pants, hats, and sunglases children under 6 months of age: ask a doctor

For external use only Do not use on damaged or broken skin When using this product keep out of eyes, Rinse with water to remove. Stop use and ask a doctor if rash occurs Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

1. 1Sunburn318.5%
2. 2Rash277.4%
3. 3Pruritus236.3%
4. 4Erythema215.8%
5. 5Circumstance Or Information Capable Of Leading To Medication Error205.5%
6. 6Hypersensitivity205.5%
7. 7Pain185.0%
8. 8Swelling Face174.7%
9. 9Drug Ineffective154.1%
10. 10Off Label Use154.1%
11. 11Product Expiration Date Issue143.9%
12. 12Psoriasis143.9%
13. 13Acne133.6%
14. 14Headache133.6%
15. 15Diarrhoea123.3%

The 4 most recently updated of 4 ClinicalTrials.gov registrations naming Octinoxate as an intervention. Registration is not evidence of efficacy or safety — reference crosswalk only.

• Novel Antiaging Regenerative Skin Care Regimen Containing Human Platelet Extract (HPE)
  Terminated · Phase 1 · Interventional · 56 enrolled · Mayo Clinic
  NCT05457491updated 2024-10-04
• Assessment of the Human Systemic Absorption of Sunscreen Ingredients
  Completed · Phase 1 · Interventional · 72 enrolled · Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
  NCT03582215updated 2020-04-21
• Ultraviolet and UV-Visible Light Photoprotection for the Treatment of Melasma
  Completed · Phase 4 · Interventional · 68 enrolled · Universidad Autonoma de San Luis Potosí
  NCT01695356updated 2014-12-02
• Multi-Centre European Photopatch Test Study
  Completed · Interventional · 1,000 enrolled · NHS Tayside
  NCT00530387updated 2011-08-04

Frequently asked questions

How does Octinoxate work?

Mechanism-of-action class: Physiochemical Activity.

What is Octinoxate used for?

According to FDA labeling, Octinoxate carries indications including: Uses Helps prevent sunburn.. This is a reference summary of labeled uses, not medical advice or a treatment recommendation.

What class of drug is Octinoxate?

Octinoxate is classified as Protectives against UV-radiation for topical use, Physiochemical Activity, Sunscreening Activity.