Pharmaceutical (prohibited)
Prenalterol hydrochloride [USAN]
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A beta-adrenergic agonist prescription cardiovascular medicine with no legitimate cosmetic application. Banned from cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II due to its systemic pharmacological activity.
Skin benefits
- Prescription beta-adrenergic agonist for cardiovascular therapy
- Used historically in heart failure pharmacology under medical care
Known concerns
- Pharmaceutical drug, not a cosmetic ingredient
- Systemic cardiovascular effects if absorbed through skin
- Prohibited from cosmetic use under EU Annex II (pharmacologically active substances)
- Off-label dermal exposure risks tachycardia and arrhythmia
- No legitimate skincare role
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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