Guanethidine monosulfate
Safety score · 0–100
Caution
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Guanethidine Monosulfate is a cosmetic ingredient. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Guanethidine monosulfate is an antihypertensive agent that acts as a false neurotransmitter and depletes norepinephrine from sympathetic nerve terminals. With acute oral toxicity (H302) and significant pharmacological activity on the cardiovascular system, it is classified as a prescription-only medicine and is not permitted in cosmetic formulations. Not listed in EU approved cosmetic databases.
Known concerns
- Acute oral toxicity (H302)
- Cardiovascular pharmacological effects
- Antihypertensive drug
- Not approved for cosmetic use
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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