Benzatropine (INN) and its salts
Safety score · 0–100
Caution
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
An anticholinergic medication used for Parkinsonism and drug-induced extrapyramidal symptoms, not approved for cosmetic use.
Benzatropine (benztropine) is a synthetic anticholinergic agent with pronounced central nervous system activity. It is classified as an analgesic and antiparkinson drug. The substance carries no authorization for cosmetic use under EU law. The pubchem_safety_score of 3 reflects its pharmaceutical classification and unsuitability for cosmetic applications.
Known concerns
- Pharmaceutical substance, not permitted in cosmetics
- Anticholinergic drug classification
- No cosmetic authorization in EU
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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