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Pharmaceutical (prohibited in cosmetics)

isopropamide iodide

CAS 71-81-8
5

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

Isopropamide iodide is a prescription anticholinergic drug used for gastrointestinal conditions. It is not a cosmetic ingredient and is prohibited from use in personal care products.

Skin benefits

  • No cosmetic benefit; this is a prescription pharmaceutical
  • Used only under medical supervision for GI conditions

Known concerns

  • Prescription anticholinergic pharmaceutical drug
  • Not permitted as a cosmetic ingredient in any jurisdiction
  • Systemic anticholinergic effects upon absorption
  • Quaternary ammonium iodide carries dose-dependent toxicity
  • Regulated as a medicinal product, not cosmetic

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.