Zinc Oxide, Octinoxate

Over-the-Counter

Brand names: Sheer Defense Tinted SPF 46

Dosage Form

Topical

Route

TOPICAL

Manufacturer

Private Label Skin Care

About This Medication

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

Active Ingredients

Ingredient	Strength
Octinoxate	-
Zinc Oxide	-

Indications & Usage

Uses • Helps prevent sunburn • If used as directed with other sun protection measures (see Directions ), decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun.

Dosage & Administration

Directions • Apply liberally on a clean dry face, avoiding delicate eye area 15 minutes before sun exposure • reapply: • after 80 minutes of swimming • or sweating • immediately after towel drying • at least every 2 hours • Sun Protection Measures. Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease this risk, regularly use a sunscreen with a Broad Spectrum SPF value of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures including: • limit time in the sun, especially from 10 a.m.– 2 p.m • wear long-sleeved shirts pants, hats, and sunglasses • children under 6 months of age: Ask a doctor

Warnings & Precautions

Warnings For external use only Do not use • on damaged or broken skin When using this product • keep out of eyes. Rinse with water to remove. Stop use and ask a doctor if • rash occurs Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Frequently Asked Questions

Uses • Helps prevent sunburn • If used as directed with other sun protection measures (see Directions ), decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun.

Directions • Apply liberally on a clean dry face, avoiding delicate eye area 15 minutes before sun exposure • reapply: • after 80 minutes of swimming • or sweating • immediately after towel drying • at least every 2 hours • Sun Protection Measures. Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease this risk, regularly use a sunscreen with a Broad Spectrum SPF value of 15 or higher and other sun …

Warnings For external use only Do not use • on damaged or broken skin When using this product • keep out of eyes. Rinse with water to remove. Stop use and ask a doctor if • rash occurs Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Zinc Oxide, Octinoxate is available over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.

References & Data Sources

• DailyMed — Zinc Oxide, Octinoxate drug label (National Library of Medicine)
• openFDA — Zinc Oxide, Octinoxate label data (U.S. Food & Drug Administration)
• NDC Directory — Zinc Oxide, Octinoxate (FDA National Drug Code)

Medical Disclaimer

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Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or medication.

Data sources: DailyMed (NLM), openFDA, MFDS