Oxybenzone

Oxybenzone Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.

Oxybenzone is an organic compound used in sunscreens. It is a derivative of benzophenone. It forms colorless crystals that are readily soluble in most organic solvents. It is used as an ingredient in sunscreen and other cosmetics because it absorbs UV-A ultraviolet rays.

Oxybenzone is an organic compound used in sunscreens. It is a derivative of benzophenone.

Table Of contents

• Oxybenzone
• Uses
• Dosage
• Side Effect
• Precautions
• Interactions
• Uses during Pregnancy
• Uses during Breastfeeding
• Accute Overdose
• Food Interaction
• Half Life
• Volume of Distribution
• Clearance
• Interaction With other Medicine
• Contradiction
• Storage

Trade Name	Oxybenzone
Generic	Oxybenzone
Oxybenzone Other Names	Oxibenzona, Oxybenzone, Oxybenzonum
Type
Formula	C14H12O3
Weight	Average: 228.2433 Monoisotopic: 228.07864425
Groups	Approved, Investigational
Therapeutic Class
Manufacturer
Available Country
Last Updated:	September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am

Uses

Oxybenzone is a sunscreen agent found in sunscreens that absorbs UV rays.

Used as an ingredient in sunscreen and other cosmetics.

Oxybenzone is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Sunburn

How Oxybenzone works

Oxybenzone absorbs UV-A ultraviolet rays, preventing them from reaching the skin.

Food Interaction

No interactions found.

Elimination Route

In vivo studies show oxybenzone is abosorbed transdermally (through the skin) and is excreted in the urine.

Innovators Monograph

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