phentermine
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Phentermine is a cosmetic ingredient. Raw material has significant toxicity. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Phentermine is a central nervous system stimulant with anorectic activity, chemically related to amphetamine. With acute oral toxicity (H301) and stimulant effects on the cardiovascular and central nervous systems, it is classified as a prescription-only medicine throughout the EU. It is not permitted in cosmetic products under EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 and falls under REACH restrictions for substances prohibited at ≥0.1%.
Known concerns
- Acute oral toxicity (H301)
- CNS and cardiovascular stimulant effects
- Prescription-only medicine
- Prohibited in cosmetic products
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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