Padimate-O
Drug #1774
Padimate is a sunscreen with similar actions to that of aminobenzoic acid.
Primary Characteristics
It is of Synthetic origin.
Non-proprietary name: Padimate.
Pharmacokinetics
None recorded.
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Indications
Padimate-O is primarily indicated in conditions like Sunburn.
Contraindications
Padimate-O is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity to any component of product.
Dosage
None recorded.
Drug Interactions
None recorded.
Side Effects
Padimate-O is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Allergic contact dermatitis , Skin reactions, Vitiligo.
Warnings / Precautions
Aminobenzoate sunscreens should not be used by patients with previous experience of photosensitivity or hypersensitivity reaction to chemicaaly related drugs such as sulphonamides, thiazide diuretics, and certain local anaesthetics, perticularly benzocaine.
Available Brands
None recorded.
Drug Classification
- 1.13.7 — Ultravoilet blocking agents