Homosalatum
Homosalatum Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
Homosalatum is an organic compound that belongs to salicylates. It is an ester formed from salicylic acid and 3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexanol, a derivative of cyclohexanol. Salicylates prevent direct skin exposure to the sun’s harmful rays by absorbing ultraviolet (UV) light. Homosalatum specifically absorbs short-wave UVB rays, which are associated with DNA damage and increased risk of skin cancer.
It is a common ingredient in many commercially available sunscreens. There are no reported adverse effects from homosalate.
Acts as UV filters.
| Trade Name | Homosalatum |
| Generic | Homosalate |
| Homosalate Other Names | Homosalate, Homosalato, Homosalatum |
| Type | |
| Formula | C16H22O3 |
| Weight | Average: 262.349 Monoisotopic: 262.156894568 |
| Protein binding | For local use only, no systemic absorption. |
| Groups | Approved, Investigational |
| Therapeutic Class | |
| Manufacturer | |
| Available Country | |
| Last Updated: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am |
Uses
As ingredient in many sunscreen for protection against sunburn, skin aging and skin cancer.
Homosalatum is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Sunburn
How Homosalatum works
Homosalatum has the ability to convert incident ultraviolet radiation into less damaging infrared radiation (heat).
Toxicity
LD50: Not available.
Food Interaction
No interactions found.Volume of Distribution
For local use only, no systemic absorption.
Elimination Route
For local use only, no systemic absorption.
Half Life
For local use only, no systemic absorption.
Clearance
For local use only, no systemic absorption.
Elimination Route
For local use only, no systemic absorption.
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