Octinoxate

Information about Octinoxate

Octinoxate uses

Octinoxate is used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies.

How octinoxate works

Octinoxate is a component of sunscreen. It filters the UV rays from the sun by absorbing through the skin. This is how it protects the skin from sunburn.

Common side effects of octinoxate

Anal irritation, Skin rash, Erythema (skin redness)

Available Medicine for Octinoxate

    Expert advice for Octinoxate

    • Avoid using the cream on irritated skin.
    • You may be monitored for hormonal levels as octinoxate may have a negative impact on the endocrine system.
    • Do not take if allergic to octinoxate or any of its ingredients.

    Frequently asked questions for Octinoxate

    Octinoxate

    Q. Is Octinoxate a steroid or does contain gluten?
    Octinoxate is not a steroid nor does it contain gluten.

    Content on this page was last updated on 13 June, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)