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Prescription pharmaceutical (not cosmetic)

salmeterol

CAS 89365-50-4
8

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

Salmeterol is a long-acting beta-2 agonist drug used in inhalers for asthma and COPD. It has no cosmetic role and is not permitted in cosmetic products under EU rules.

Skin benefits

  • No legitimate cosmetic benefit; this is a prescription beta-2 adrenergic bronchodilator
  • Used systemically for asthma/COPD, not skin care

Known concerns

  • Pharmaceutical active not permitted in cosmetics under EU Regulation 1223/2009
  • Systemic cardiovascular effects (tachycardia, tremor, QT prolongation) if absorbed
  • Mislabeling as a cosmetic ingredient is a regulatory red flag
  • Risk of medicinal product misclassification

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.