Caramiphen (INN) and its salts
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Caramiphen (inn) And Its Salts is a cosmetic ingredient. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Caramiphen is an anticholinergic drug used clinically as an antispasmodic and in the treatment of Parkinson's disease and associated sialorrhea. Its mechanism involves muscarinic receptor antagonism leading to reduced secretions and smooth muscle relaxation. EU Annex III restricts its use in cosmetic products at ≥0.1% concentration. While not acutely toxic, its systemic anticholinergic effects from topical application raise significant safety concerns for cosmetic use.
Known concerns
- Anticholinergic pharmacological activity
- Systemic effects from skin absorption
- Dry mouth, blurred vision, tachycardia risk
- Restricted to ≤0.1% in EU cosmetics
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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