Banned pharmaceutical
Ethoheptazine (INN) and its salts
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Ethoheptazine is an old prescription painkiller listed by EU regulators as forbidden in cosmetics. It has no role in skincare and is included on banned-substance lists alongside other pharmaceuticals.
Skin benefits
- Originally developed as a non-narcotic analgesic
- No cosmetic benefit
Known concerns
- Pharmaceutical drug, not a cosmetic ingredient
- Banned from cosmetics in the EU (Annex II)
- Central nervous system activity, withdrawn from medical use in many countries
- Toxicity and dependence potential
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.