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Drug profile · INN

zinc oxide

zinc oxide (NULL) is a sunscreen/skin protectant.

TGA: approved
Patents linked 2
Pipeline programs 0
News articles 1
Drug details — zinc oxide

Quick answer

zinc oxide (NULL) is a sunscreen/skin protectant.

Key facts

INN zinc oxide
Brand NULL
Mechanism Sunscreen/skin protectant

Mechanism of action

Sunscreen/skin protectant

Approval history

Authority Status Date
TGA approved

Recent coverage

Related patents

  1. US 11608275

    Method for producing zinc oxide platelets with controlled size and morphology

    Expires Mon Mar 16 2043 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

    granted
  2. US 10456340

    Liquid-impregnated nonwoven fabric which contains zinc oxide-containing cellulose fibers

    Expires Mon Oct 24 2039 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

    granted

Frequently asked questions

What is zinc oxide?

zinc oxide (NULL) is a sunscreen/skin protectant.

What is the brand name for zinc oxide?

NULL is a marketed brand name for zinc oxide. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.