MIAMI MD SUN SHIELD Broad Spectrum SPF 40 AVOBENZONE, HOMOSALATE, OCTISALATE, OCTOCRYLENE 30 mg/mL; 90 mg/mL; 50 mg/mL; 60 mg/mL Cream
🆔 Identity & classification
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🩺 Clinical
Miami MD Sun Shield Broad Spectrum SPF 40 is a topical cream sunscreen marketed as an over-the-counter monograph product. It contains four UV-filtering chemicals (avobenzone, homosalate, octisalate, and octocrylene) that are typically used together to absorb and scatter ultraviolet radiation from the sun. This combination of filters is commonly used in sunscreen products to help protect skin from both UVA and UVB exposure when applied to the skin as directed.
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A synthetic form of vitamin E used as an antioxidant and preservative in medications. It helps prevent the active ingredients from degrading when exposed to oxygen or light.
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A synthetic liquid derived from benzoic acid and long-chain alcohols. It functions as a solvent and penetration enhancer in topical formulations, helping active ingredients dissolve and absorb into the skin.
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Aloe vera leaf is a plant extract derived from the aloe plant. It is used in medicines as a natural moisturizer and skin-soothing agent in topical formulations.
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Ascorbyl palmitate is a fat-soluble form of vitamin C used as an antioxidant in medicines. It prevents oils and fats in the product from breaking down and becoming less stable over time.
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Astaxanthin is a reddish pigment from algae and other organisms, used in medicines as a colorant and antioxidant to maintain product stability and appearance during storage.
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A flavoring agent derived from bananas that gives medicine a banana taste. It's added to make oral medications more palatable, especially for children.
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Cetearyl glucoside is a plant-derived surfactant made from vegetable oils and glucose. It helps oils and water mix together in creams and lotions, and can also soften and smooth the skin feel of the product.
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A waxy solid derived from plant or animal sources. It acts as an emulsifier to blend oil and water components, and also thickens the medicine to give it the right texture and consistency.
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A weak organic acid derived from citrus fruits or made through fermentation. It works as a buffer to control pH, a preservative to extend shelf life, and a flavoring agent in medications.
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Coconut oil is a natural fat extracted from coconut fruit. It's used in medicines as a lubricant, emollient, or carrier to help dissolve or deliver active ingredients smoothly through the formulation.
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A starch derived from corn kernels. It acts as a binder to hold tablet ingredients together, a filler to give the tablet bulk, and a disintegrant to help the tablet break apart in your stomach.
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A silicone-based liquid that helps distribute active ingredients evenly throughout topical products. It acts as a solvent and emollient, allowing medicines to spread smoothly on skin while improving texture and absorption.
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Ethylhexylglycerin is a synthetic preservative used to prevent bacteria and mold from growing in medicines and personal care products. It helps keep the product safe and stable throughout its shelf life.
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Glycerin is a clear, thick liquid derived from plant oils or fats. It acts as a humectant to retain moisture, a sweetener, and a solvent in medications.
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A plant extract from licorice root used as a sweetener, flavoring agent, and natural emulsifier in medicines. It helps improve taste and may aid in keeping ingredients evenly mixed throughout the product.
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Hyaluronate sodium is a natural carbohydrate that holds moisture. It's used in medicines as a lubricant, thickener, and moisture-retaining agent to improve texture and delivery of the active ingredient.
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A plant extract from jasmine flowers used as a fragrance and flavoring agent in medicines. It adds pleasant scent and taste to make the medication more appealing to take.
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A natural extract from kiwi fruit used as a flavor and color agent in medicines. It adds taste appeal and may contribute a light color to the formulation.
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A fine powder made from magnesium, aluminum, and silicon compounds. It absorbs moisture and helps keep medicine ingredients from clumping or separating, so the product stays stable and flows smoothly during manufacturing.
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A fat derived from coconut or palm oil containing shorter fatty acid chains. It serves as a solvent and carrier to help dissolve or suspend active ingredients, improving absorption and stability in liquid formulations.
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Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B3, a water-soluble nutrient. In medicines, it may be added as a nutritional supplement or to support skin health, though its primary role here is as an active ingredient rather than a traditional inactive filler.
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Phenoxyethanol is a synthetic preservative and antimicrobial agent used to prevent bacterial and fungal growth in medicines and cosmetic products, extending shelf life and maintaining product safety.
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A synthetic emulsifier derived from sorbitol and oleic acid. It helps mix oil and water-based ingredients together and keeps them from separating in liquid formulations.
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A synthetic, oil-soluble form of vitamin C used as an antioxidant to prevent degradation of the medicine and maintain its stability during storage.
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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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| 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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🔁 Therapeutic equivalents
| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
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| MIAMI MD SUN SHIELD Broad Spectrum SPF 40 30 mg/mL; 90 mg/mL; 50 mg/mL; 60 mg/mLthis 83140-0373-00 | BRAND | 1 bottle | — | — | FDA listed | — |
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📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product
| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Status |
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| 83140-0373-00 You're viewing this | 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON (83140-373-00) / 30 mL in 1 BOTTLE | 2022-12-05 | Active |
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📄 FDA label — Drug Facts FDA SPL
🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
Uses: Helps prevent sunburn. Higher SPF gives more sunburn protection. If used as directed with other sun protection measures (see ), decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun. Directions
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
Directions Apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure and as needed. Children under 6 months of age: ask a doctor. Reapply at least every 2 hours.
Use a water resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating. Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease the risk, regularly use a sunscreen with broad spectrum SPF of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures including: Sun Protection Measures.
Limit time in the sunm especially from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Wear long-sleeved shirts, pants, hats, and sunglasses.
⚠️ Warnings ▾
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 or irritation develops and lasts. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. If pregnant or breast feeding, ask a health professional before use.
🧪 Active Ingredient ▾
Active Ingredients Avobenzone 3.00% Homosalate 9.00% Octisalate 5.00% Octocrylene 6.00% Purpose Sunscreen
🧪 Inactive Ingredients ▾
Inactive Ingredients: Aqua (Deionized Water), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf (Aloe Vera Gel) Juice, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Zemea (Corn) Propanediol, Polysorbate-20, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Cyclopentasiloxane, Bis-Vinyl Dimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C), Rosa Damascena (Rose) Extract, Musa Sapientum (Banana) Extract, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Extract, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (Vitamin C), Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Extract, Niacinamide, Citric Acid, Glycerin, Jasminum Officinale (Jasmine) Extract, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Magnesium Aluminum Silicate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Astaxanthin.
🎯 Purpose ▾
Purpose Sunscreen