EltaMD UV Sport SPF50 zinc oxide, octinoxate and octisalate sunscreen 90 g/1000g; 75 g/1000g; 50 g/1000g Lotion, 226 g
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EltaMD UV Sport SPF50 is a topical lotion sunscreen marketed as an over-the-counter product under FDA's monograph rules for sunscreen drugs. It contains three active ingredients that work together as ultraviolet (UV) filters: zinc oxide and octinoxate are mineral and chemical UV absorbers respectively, while octisalate is an additional chemical UV filter. These ingredients are commonly used in sunscreens to help protect skin from UV radiation exposure.
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A synthetic form of vitamin E used as an antioxidant. It prevents oils and fats in the medicine from breaking down and becoming rancid, helping keep the product stable during storage.
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Butylene glycol is a clear liquid derived from petroleum or plants that acts as a humectant, solvent, and preservative booster in medicines. It helps keep formulations stable, dissolve active ingredients, and maintain moisture in topical products.
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A silicone-based lubricant derived from cetyl alcohol and dimethicone. It reduces friction between tablet particles and equipment surfaces, helping pills slide smoothly during manufacturing and making them easier to swallow.
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A silicone-based compound that mixes oil and water together. Used in formulations as an emulsifier to help blend ingredients and improve texture and stability of creams, lotions, and other topical products.
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Edetate disodium is a chemical compound that binds and removes certain metal ions. In medicines, it acts as a preservative and stabilizer by preventing metals like calcium from interfering with the product's shelf life and consistency.
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A synthetic fatty acid ester used as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in topical medicines. It helps soften the product texture and improves how it spreads and absorbs into the skin.
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Hydrogenated castor oil is a processed plant oil made by adding hydrogen to castor oil. It's used as a binder to help hold tablet ingredients together and as a lubricant to prevent sticking during manufacturing.
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A synthetic antimicrobial chemical used as a preservative in topical and cosmetic formulations. It prevents bacterial and fungal growth in products to maintain stability and safety during storage and use.
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Isopropyl palmitate is an oily liquid derived from palm oil. It acts as an emollient and lubricant in medicines, helping soften the skin or improve how the product spreads and flows.
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A synthetic oily liquid derived from branched carboxylic acids, used as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in topical formulations. It helps soften and smooth the product's texture while improving how it spreads on skin.
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A synthetic emulsifier derived from glycerin and fatty acids. It helps mix oil and water-based ingredients together and keeps them evenly blended throughout the product.
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Sodium chloride is common table salt. It's used in medicines as a buffer to maintain proper pH, as a filler to add bulk, or to adjust the osmotic balance in liquid formulations.
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A silicone-based compound that acts as a glidant and flow agent in solid medications. It reduces friction between powder particles, helping the medicine flow smoothly during manufacturing and tablet compression.
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Water is a liquid solvent that dissolves and mixes ingredients together in liquid medicines, syrups, and injections. It helps distribute the active drug evenly throughout the product.
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Beeswax is a natural wax produced by honeybees. In medicines, it works as a coating agent and thickener to control how fast the drug dissolves and improve the product's texture and appearance.
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| Price system | Per g | Per package |
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| Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly | Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs. | |
| Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo | No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data. | |
| Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly | No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data. | |
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| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
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| EltaMD UV Sport SPF50 90 g/1000g; 75 g/1000g; 50 g/1000gthis 72043-2287-09 | CP | 226 g | — | — | FDA listed | — |
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| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Status |
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| 72043-2287-02 | 2 g in 1 PACKET (72043-2287-2) | 2022-07-07 | Active |
| 72043-2287-03 | 84 g in 1 TUBE (72043-2287-3) | 2018-01-10 | Active |
| 72043-2287-06 | 1815 g in 1 BOTTLE (72043-2287-6) | 2022-07-07 | Discontinued by firm |
| 72043-2287-08 | 198 g in 1 BOTTLE (72043-2287-8) | 2018-01-10 | Discontinued by firm |
| 72043-2287-09 You're viewing this | 226 g in 1 TUBE (72043-2287-9) | 2024-05-30 | Active |
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🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
Directions Apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure Reapply after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating immedaitely 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 of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures including: limit time in the sun, especially from 10a.m.-2p.m. wear long-sleeve shirts, pants, hats and sunglasses Children under 6 months: Ask a physician
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
Doseage and administration Apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure Reapply after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating immedaitely after towel drying at least every 2 hours
⚠️ Warnings ▾
Warnings For external use only Do not use on damaged or broken skin When suing this product keep out of eyes. Rinse with water to remove. Stop use and ask physician if rash occurs Keep out of reach of children. If product is swallowed contact a Poison Control Center right away.
🧪 Active Ingredient ▾
Active ingredients Zinc Oxide 9.0% Sunscreen Octinoxate 7.5% Sunscreen Octisalate 5.0% Sunscreen
🧪 Inactive Ingredients ▾
Inactive ingredients Beeswax, Butylene Glycol, Cetyl Dimethicone, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/ 1 Dimethicone, Disodium EDTA, Hexyl Laurate, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate, Isopropyl Palmitate, Octyldoceyl Neopentaoate, Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Purified Water, Sodium Chloride, Tocopheryl Acetate, Triethoxycaprylylsilane
🎯 Purpose ▾
Uses Helps prevent sunburn If used as directed withother sun protection measures (See Directions) decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caued by the sun.