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Prohibited pharmaceutical (bronchodilator)

isoetarine

CAS 530-08-5
5

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A beta-agonist asthma medication, not a cosmetic ingredient. It appears on regulatory prohibition lists to prevent the misuse of prescription medicines inside everyday personal-care formulations.

Skin benefits

  • No cosmetic benefit; historical use is as a beta-adrenergic bronchodilator drug
  • Not designed or studied for any topical personal-care role

Known concerns

  • Pharmaceutical substance prohibited in EU cosmetic products
  • Sympathomimetic action with potential cardiovascular effects
  • No skin safety data for topical use
  • Inclusion in a cosmetic would constitute drug adulteration

References

EU

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.