Avobenzone
A chemical UV filter in sunscreens that absorbs ultraviolet A radiation and converts it into harmless heat, helping to prevent skin damage and photoaging. It is one of the most widely used UVA filters globally.
Molekularmasse
310,4000 g/mol
LogP
4,80
TPSA
43,40 Ų
Lipinski-Regel der Fünf
Bestanden
Wirkmechanismus
Absorbs, reflects, or scatters ultraviolet radiation before it reaches the skin, protecting against UV-induced DNA damage and sunburn.
Pharmacokinetics (PK)
Pharmacodynamics (PD)
Absorbs, reflects, or scatters ultraviolet radiation before it reaches the skin, protecting against UV-induced DNA damage and sunburn.
2D-Struktur
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SMILES
COc1ccc(C(=O)CC(=O)c2ccc(C(C)(C)C)cc2)cc1
InChI
InChI=1S/C20H22O3/c1-20(2,3)16-9-5-14(6-10-16)18(21)13-19(22)15-7-11-17(23-4)12-8-15/h5-12H,13H2,1-4H3
Molecular Formula
C20H22O3
HBD / HBA
- / 3
Rotierbare Bindungen
6
Schwere Atome
23
No targets recorded
Target interaction data is not yet available for this drug.
No interactions recorded
Drug interaction data is not yet available for this compound.
No side effects recorded
Side effect data is not yet available for this drug.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
A chemical UV filter in sunscreens that absorbs ultraviolet A radiation and converts it into harmless heat, helping to prevent skin damage and photoaging. It is one of the most widely used UVA filters globally.
Absorbs, reflects, or scatters ultraviolet radiation before it reaches the skin, protecting against UV-induced DNA damage and sunburn.
Yes, Avobenzone is an approved drug. It has reached clinical phase 4. It is classified as a Small molecule.
References & Data Sources
- ChEMBL — European Bioinformatics Institute (EBI). CHEMBL1200522. Open-access bioactivity database.
- PubChem — National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI). CID 51040. Chemical information database.
Data aggregated from publicly available pharmacological databases. Last updated 2026-03-04.
Medizinischer Haftungsausschluss
This content is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making medication decisions.
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