Sunkroma

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

Avobenzone is dibenzoyl methane derivative. It is oil soluble ingredient. Avobenzone has the ability to absorb ultraviolet light over wider range of wavelengths. It is included in many commercially available sunscreens which are used as wide spectrum sunscreens. Avobenzone is very sensitive to light, to increase its stability and duration of action, photostablizers are added in the sunscreen product. Avobenzone has an absorption maximum of 357 nm. Sunscreens containing avobenzone is indicated for providing protection from the sun. In addition to limiting the skin's exposure to the sun, using sunscreen agents may help reduce long-term sun damage such as premature aging of the skin and skin cancer.

Bemotrizinol, or bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, is an organic UV filter found in over-the-counter sunscreen products. It primarily absorbs UV-A rays. Compared to older broad-spectrum chemical agents, bemotrizinol is more more fat soluble (oil soluble in cosmetic oils) to aid in efficacy and broad-spectrum activity . It is claimed to be photostable, which increases its onset of action and its efficiency in providing protection against UV-rays upon topical application . Bemotrizinol is commonly marketed as Tinosorb S and Escalol S.

Findings from an immature rat uterotrophic competitive binding assay suggest that bemotrizinol does not display significant binding affinities towards estrogen and androgen receptors in vitro, thus lacking intrinsic estrogenic, antiestrogenic, androgenic and antiandrogenic activity . Bemotrizinol minimizes erythema and provides excellent anti-aging effects as well as protectant effects on the skin's antioxidant defense system . In a comparative study of individuals with a history of polymorphic light eruption (PLE) undergoing photoprovocation, treatment of bemotrinizol was effective in preventing the development of PLE .

Glycyrrhiza glabra is a plant/plant extract used in some OTC (over-the-counter) products. It is not an approved drug.

Octinoxate is a cinnamate ester and common ingredient in sunscreen and other skin care products to minimize DNA photodamage. It was originally developed in 1950's as an organic UV-B filter that absorbs UV-B rays from sun. It is often combined with nanoparticles or other water-resistant liposomes in formulations to increase the localization at the epidermis and decrease the risk of percutaneous absorption. Its use in pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations is approved by FDA.

Acts as a photoprotective agent that protects the skin by preventing and minimizing the damaging effects of ultraviolet (UV) rays of natural light. The cellular effects of UV irradiation include DNA damage, cell cycle arrest, immunological depression, apoptosis, and transcriptional changes .

Zinc oxide is used to treat or prevent minor skin irritations such as burns, cuts, poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac, and diaper rash. It is also used as a sunscreen.

Zinc oxide has astringent, soothing and protective properties and is used in topical preparations for eczema, slight excoriations, wounds and haemorrhoids. It also reflects ultraviolet radiation and can be used as a physical sunscreen.

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Trade Name	Sunkroma
Generic	Avobenzone + Bemotrizinol + Glycyrrhiza Glabra + Octinoxate + Zinc Oxide
Type	Gel
Therapeutic Class
Manufacturer	Yash Pharma Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Available Country	India
Last Updated:	September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am

Uses

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

Sun protection factor, added in the sunscreen products for its wide spectrum ultraviolet absorption properties.

Bemotrizinol is an ingredient used in sunscreen to block UVA and UVB radiation.

Indicated as an active sunscreen agent.

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

As an active ingredient in sunscreens and lip balms. Used for protection against damaging effects of sun rays.

Zinc Oxide helps to To treat or prevent skin irritations (e.g., burns, bed sore, cuts, poison ivy, diaper rash). Protects chafed skin due to diaper rash and helps seal out wetness.

Sunkroma is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: SunburnSunburnAnxiety, Mucus Retention, NauseaSunburnAcute Wounds, Burns first degree, Burns second degree, Dermatitis, Eczematous, Diaper Rash, Herpes Labialis, Injuries to the Nipple (Fissures and Cracks) Resulting Breastfeeding, Intertrigo, Pain, Pruritus, Sensitive Skin, Skin Irritation, Skin candida, Sunburn, Wounds, Chafing, Damaged skin, Dry, cracked skin, Facial rash, Heat rash, Superficial Wounds, Watery skin lesions, Astringent, Nutritional supplementation

How Sunkroma works

It blocks UVA I, UVA II, and UVB wavelengths, thereby limiting the impact of UV rays on skin. Diminish the penetration of ultraviolet (UV) light through the epidermis by absorbing UV radiation within a specific wavelength range. The amount and wavelength of UV radiation absorbed are affected by the molecular structure of the sunscreen agent.

By absorbing UV-A and UVB rays ranging from 280 to 400nm, bemotrizinol serves to prevent the formation of free radicals induced by UV radiation .

Absorbs UV-B (predominantly) and UV-A rays while accumulating in the outermost layer of the epidermis. Like any other photoprotective agents, octinoxate prevents the damage to cells and deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) by reducing the p53 protein expression following UV exposure and also increases the skin's tolerability to UV rays .

It acts by providing a physical barrier to prevent skin irritation and help heal damaged skin.

Dosage

Sunkroma dosage

Apply thin layer topically every 8 hourly. Change wet and soiled diapers, promptly cleans the diaper area, allow to dry and apply ointment liberally as often as necessary, with each diaper change, especially at bedtime or any time when exposure to wet diapers may be prolonged.

Side Effects

Usually well tolerated. Extremely low frequency of hypersensitivity reaction.

Toxicity

A minimum toxic dose has not been established. Significant toxicity is not expected

Oral LD50 in rat is > 2000 mg/kg and dermal LD50 in rabbit is > 2000 mg/kg, respectively .

Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact, eye contact, ingestion and inhalation. Octinoxate may form reactive singlet oxygen species and induce anti-estrogenic effects . UV-induced molecular breakdown of octinoxate may interfere with cellular processes or induce oxidative damage in human skin . The NOAEL (no observed adverse effect level) is 450 mg/kg bw/day for fertility and reproductive performance, for systemic parental and developmental toxicity in Wistar rats .

Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 7950 mg/kg [Mouse].

Precaution

For external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes. Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or does not improve within 7 days. Keep out of the reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a poison control center right away

Volume of Distribution

No pharmacokinetic data available.

Intended for local use only, no systemic absorption.

Elimination Route

No pharmacokinetic data available.

Can be systemically absorbed after skin application, being found in the deeper layers of the stratum corneum as well as urine, plasma, and breast milk . The mean maximum plasma concentration detected after application of 2mg/cm2 sunscreen was 7ng/mL in women and 16ng/mL in men .

No significant percutaneous absorption from topically applied zinc oxide.