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Homosalate Octocrylene

Over-the-Counter

Brand names: BANANA BOAT

Dosage Form
Topical
Route
TOPICAL

About This Medication

Topical product applied to the skin for localized treatment and symptom relief.

Active Ingredients

Ingredient Strength
Homosalate -
Octocrylene -

Indications & Usage

Uses helps prevent sunburn

Dosage & Administration

Directions • hold container 4 to 6 inches from the skin to apply • spray liberally and spread evenly by hand 15 minutes before sun exposure • do not spray directly into face . Spray on hands then apply to face • do not apply in windy conditions • use in well-ventilated area • reapply: • after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating • immediately after towel drying, • at least every 2 hours • children under 6 months: Ask a doctor.

Warnings & Precautions

Frequently Asked Questions

Uses helps prevent sunburn

Directions • hold container 4 to 6 inches from the skin to apply • spray liberally and spread evenly by hand 15 minutes before sun exposure • do not spray directly into face . Spray on hands then apply to face • do not apply in windy conditions • use in well-ventilated area • reapply: • after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating • immediately after towel drying, • at least every 2 hours • children under 6 months: Ask …

Warnings Skin Cancer/Skin Aging Alert: Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early sin aging. This product has been shown only to prevent sunburn, not skin cancer or early skin aging. For external use only. For external use only. May stain some fabrics. Flammable Do not puncture or incinerate. Contents under pressure. Do not expose to heat or store at temperatures above 120F. Do not use in the presence of a flame or spark. Keep …

Homosalate Octocrylene is available over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.

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References & Data Sources

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Data sources: ChEMBL, PubChem, DailyMed.