Substance / Medication

4-tertiary-Butyl-4'-methoxy-dibenzoylmethane

Overview

Active Ingredient
avobenzone
RxNorm CUI
45045

Indications

helps prevent sunburn Directions if used as directed with other sun protection measures (see), decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun

Labeler: L'Oreal USA Products IncUpdated: 2026-01-07T00:00:00.000ZFull label on DailyMed

Indications & Related Conditions

Conditions associated via SNOMED clinical relationships

Administration & Protocol

Dosing, route, and treatment protocol

Detailed dosage and administration information is available in the full FDA drug label.

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Monitoring & Follow-Up

Biomarkers relevant to this intervention via related conditions

No monitoring biomarkers have been mapped yet. Biomarker-intervention linkages are derived through related conditions and will expand as the knowledge graph grows.

Research Evidence

Published studies and systematic reviews

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The oral and maxillofacial manifestations of Stickler syndrome: A systematic review.
Meurice Théo, Barry Florent, Touzet-Roumazeille Sandrine et al. · J Stomatol Oral Maxillofac Surg · 2025
PMID: 39870193Meta-Analysis
'Actinic Prurigo': A Phrase Describing Four Different Diseases in Four Different Continents: Systematic Review and Analysis.
Boontaveeyuwat Einapak, Fassihi Hiva, Sarkany Robert P E · Photodermatol Photoimmunol Photomed · 2025
PMID: 40210474Meta-Analysis
Systematic review of the prevalence and incidence of the photodermatoses with meta-analysis of the prevalence of polymorphic light eruption.
Burfield Laura, Rutter Kirsty J, Thompson Bridie et al. · J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol · 2023
PMID: 36433668Meta-Analysis
Experimental and approved treatments for skin photosensitivity in individuals with erythropoietic protoporphyria or X-linked protoporphyria: A systematic review.
Heerfordt Ida M, Lerche Catharina M, Philipsen Peter A et al. · Biomed Pharmacother · 2023
PMID: 36525819Meta-Analysis
Phototesting in erythropoietic protoporphyria trials: A systematic review.
Heerfordt Ida M, Philipsen Peter A, Lerche Catharina M et al. · Exp Dermatol · 2023
PMID: 37052136Meta-Analysis
Phytochemistry and poisoning in ruminants by Enterolobium contortisiliquum (Vell.) Morong (Fabaceae): A systematic review.
Bezerra José Jailson Lima, Pinheiro Anderson Angel Vieira, Lucena Ricardo Barbosa · Toxicon · 2021
PMID: 34411592Meta-Analysis
Quality of life and psychological impact in the photodermatoses: a systematic review.
Rutter K J, Ashraf I, Cordingley L et al. · Br J Dermatol · 2020
PMID: 31278744Meta-Analysis
Photosensitivity induced by lomefloxacin versus other fluoroquinolones: A meta-analysis.
Eljaaly Khalid, Alkhalaf Amina, Alhifany Abdullah A et al. · J Infect Chemother · 2020
PMID: 32081646Meta-Analysis
The aetiology, prevalence and morbidity of outbreaks of photosensitisation in livestock: A review.
Chen Yuchi, Quinn Jane C, Weston Leslie A et al. · PLoS One · 2019
PMID: 30811417Meta-AnalysisFull text (PMC)

Research data from MEDLINE/PubMed

Benefits & Expected Outcomes

Benefits, expected outcomes, efficacy data, and NNT (Number Needed to Treat) are pending physician authorship and evidence review.

Risks & Side Effects

Adverse reaction and safety data for this drug is sourced from the FDA-approved label.

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Related Symptoms

Symptoms associated with conditions this intervention addresses

No related symptoms have been mapped yet. Symptom linkages are derived through associated conditions.

Alternatives & Comparisons

Alternative treatments, comparison data, and clinical decision support are pending physician authorship.

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment plan.

Do not start, stop, or change any treatment without consulting your healthcare provider.

Quick Facts

Type
Substance / Medication
Fully Specified Name
Avobenzone (substance)
SNOMED CT
256171000
UMLS CUI
C0097513
RxNorm CUI
45045
Labeler
L'Oreal USA Products Inc

Clinical Data

This intervention maps to 1 entities in the Healos knowledge graph.

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Conditions
0
Biomarkers
0
Specialists
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Symptoms

Data is sourced from SNOMED CT, UMLS, and the Healos clinical knowledge graph. Content sections marked as pending require physician authorship. Consult a healthcare provider before starting any treatment.