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Sunscreen

Sunscreen is an over-the-counter drug, made by 2 manufacturers.

Type
Over the counter
Drug class
Not classified
Route
Topical
Manufacturers
2

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

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Active ingredients

Avobenzone 3% Homosalate 12% Octisalate 5%

Purpose

Sunscreen

Uses

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

Directions

Apply liberaly 15 minutes before sun exposure apply to all skin exposed to the sun reapply: after 80 minutes of swimming or sweating immediately after towel drying at least every 2 hours Sun Protection Measures. Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease this risk, regularly use a sunscreen with Broad Spectrum SPF value of 15 or higher and other sun protection measures including: limit time in the sun, especially from 10 a.m. -2 p.m. wear long-sleeved shirts, pants, hats and sunglasses children under 6 months of age: Ask a doctor

Warnings

For external use only

Do not use

On damaged or broken skin

When using this product

Keep out of eyes. Rinse with water to remove.

Stop use and ask a doctor

Rash occurs

Keep out of reach of children

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Side effects (adverse reactions)

DISTRIBUTED BY OLD EAST MAIN CO. 100 MISSION RIGDE GOODLETTSVILLE, TN 37072 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! (888) 309-9030

Other information

Protect the product in this container from excessive heat and direct sun

Inactive ingredients

Water, diethylhexyl 2,6-naphthalate, butyloctyl salicylate, styrene/acrylates copolymer, aluminum starch octenylsuccinate, glycerin, polyester-7, silica, chlorphenesin, arachidyl alcohol, beeswax, neopentyl glycol diheptanoate, acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, behenyl alcohol, tocopherol, arachidyl glucoside, glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate, potassium hydroxide, benzyl alcohol, disodium EDTA, sodium ascorbyl phosphate, fragrance

Forms and strengths

From the FDA NDC Directory · 2 product codes

Dosage formStrengthRouteNDCs
Lotion30 mg/mL / 120 mg/mL / 50 mg/mLtopical2

Manufacturers and labels

2 FDA labels

  • Old East Main Co.Shown hereM020 · Label 03/03/2026 · NDC 75712-950Full label
  • Retail Business Services, LLCM020 · Label 02/06/2026 · NDC 72476-951Full label

Sunscreen: common questions

What is Sunscreen used for?
helps prevent sunburn if used as directed with other sun protection measures (see Directions), decreases the risk of skin cancer and early skin aging caused by the sun
What are the side effects of Sunscreen?
DISTRIBUTED BY OLD EAST MAIN CO. 100 MISSION RIGDE GOODLETTSVILLE, TN 37072 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! (888) 309-9030 See the full side effects section on this page, and ask your doctor or pharmacist about any side effect that bothers you.
Is Sunscreen a prescription drug?
No. Sunscreen is sold over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.
Are there other products with the same active ingredient as Sunscreen?
Yes. Other FDA-listed products with the same active ingredients include Avobenzone, Homosalate, Octisalate, Sport Sunscreen SPF 30, Sport Sunscreen SPF 50, Sport Sunscreen SPF 70.

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration, openFDA drug label (SPL) and NDC Directory · Last updated 03/03/2026 · Label text is shown as published by the manufacturer. Not medical advice