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Titanium dioxide

Generic Name
Titanium dioxide
Brand Names
Eucerin
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
O2Ti
CAS Number
13463-67-7
Unique Ingredient Identifier
15FIX9V2JP
Background

Titanium dioxide, also known as titanium(IV) oxide or titania, is the naturally occurring oxide of titanium. It is used as a pigment under the names titanium white, Pigment White 6 (PW6), or CI 77891. It is typically extracted from ilmenite, rutile and anatase.

Indication

Titanium dioxide is used in most sunscreens to block UVA and UVB rays, similar to zinc oxide.

Associated Conditions
Atopic Dermatitis, Blisters, Sunburn, Wound, Abrasions, Dry, cracked skin
Associated Therapies
UV protection therapy
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