Octinoxate

Octinoxate is used to reduce the skin pigmentation. It is applied over the skin (topically), thus acts as a sunscreen and hence protect skin from the UV rays of the sun. The active constituent of this medication is employed in various sunscreens, as well as other skincare products.

This medication works by absorbing UV rays, thus stopping or at least slowing down the destruction of healthy skin cells. It also decreases the risk of skin cancer and other skin reactions caused by sunburn.

This medication is a clear liquid that is not soluble in water and needs to be mixed with an emulsifier along with other chemicals, to be used as a sunscreen. It has been approved by the FDA for official use in sunscreen manufacturing.

This active compound of this medication can also be found in other beauty and health products such as lip balms, shampoos, hair colour, skin creams, and lipstick. When used as an ingredient in cosmetics, its job is to stabilize the physical integrity of the products, especially if they are exposed to sunlight.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Skin Pigmentation

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Hypersensitivity

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Skin Rash

• Skin Redness

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  No interaction found

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Octinoxate as ingredient

• Sunkroma Lotion

  Yash Pharma Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• U.V.Kavach Lotion

  Psycormedies

• Lite Up Cream

  AGIO Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

This medication is an agent having photoprotective properties. It accumulates in the outermost layer of the epidermis and absorbs UV-B and UV-A rays. It halts the damage to cells and DNA, and it does that by decreasing the p53 expression following UV exposure.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.

• Ques : What is Octinoxate?

  Ans : This medication is a compound that is used as sunscreen and also to reduce skin pigmentation.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Octinoxate before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : This medication is to be taken till the time you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Octinoxate?

  Ans : This medication should be taken in the dosage as prescribed by the doctor.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Octinoxate?

  Ans : This medication should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.