Mederma Scar Cream
Mederma Scar Cream is an FDA drug label for the active ingredient AVOBENZONE, OCTOCRYLENE, AND OXYBENZONE manufactured by PMI Branded Pharmaceuticals, Inc. administered by TOPICAL. This page reproduces the FDA-approved indications and usage, dosage, contraindications, warnings, and adverse reactions exactly as published in the drug label. Data source: openFDA (U.S. FDA), label effective 20260716.
- Generic name
- AVOBENZONE, OCTOCRYLENE, AND OXYBENZONE
- Manufacturer
- PMI Branded Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
- Product type
- HUMAN OTC DRUG
- Route
- TOPICAL
- Dosage form
- N/A
- NDC
- 73302-205
- Application
- M020
- Label effective
- 20260716
About this product
Mederma Scar Cream is an FDA-registered drug product whose active ingredient is AVOBENZONE, OCTOCRYLENE, AND OXYBENZONE. It is labelled by PMI Branded Pharmaceuticals, Inc. taken by topical and marketed as a human otc drug product. Identifiers on file: NDC 73302-205, application M020, label effective 20260716. It is one of 2 FDA drug label records sharing the active ingredient AVOBENZONE, OCTOCRYLENE, AND OXYBENZONE. This page reproduces the FDA-approved label text so you can check what a product is, who makes it and how it is supplied before discussing it with a pharmacist or prescriber.
What it is used for
Across FDA labelling, products containing AVOBENZONE, OCTOCRYLENE, AND OXYBENZONE are most often described in connection with: helps prevent. Wording differs between labels, and the full indications section on this page takes precedence when it is present.
Active ingredients
Indications & Usage
Uses • Helps prevent sunburn
Dosage & Administration
Directions • For sunscreen use: Apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure • Reapply at least every 2 hours • Children under 6 months: Ask a doctor • Use a water-resistant sunscreen if swimming or sweating
Warnings
Warnings • Skin Cancer/Skin Aging Alert: Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. This product has been shown only to help prevent sunburn, not skin cancer or early skin aging. • For external use only Do not use on • Damaged or broken skin Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. When using this product • Keep out of eyes • Rinse with water to remove Stop use and ask a doctor • If rash occurs
How products containing AVOBENZONE, OCTOCRYLENE, AND OXYBENZONE compare
FDA lists 2 drug label records with AVOBENZONE, OCTOCRYLENE, AND OXYBENZONE as the active ingredient. The most common dosage forms and the manufacturers with the most records are summarised below; strengths, pack sizes and inactive ingredients can still differ between apparently similar products.
| Dosage form | Products | Manufacturer | Products |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | — | L. Perrigo Company | 1 |
| — | — | PMI Branded Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Mederma Scar Cream used for?
Uses • Helps prevent sunburn
Who makes Mederma Scar Cream?
PMI Branded Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is the labeler of record for Mederma Scar Cream. 2 FDA label records share the active ingredient AVOBENZONE, OCTOCRYLENE, AND OXYBENZONE, so generic and branded versions may come from different companies; the manufacturer named on your pack is the one that matters for any enquiry.
What form does Mederma Scar Cream come in?
administered by topical. Strengths and pack sizes vary by label, so compare the NDC on your pack with the identifier listed on this page.
Is Mederma Scar Cream prescription or over-the-counter?
The FDA label for this product is recorded as human otc drug. Marketing status can differ between strengths and countries, so check the dispensing rules where you live.
Are there other products containing AVOBENZONE, OCTOCRYLENE, AND OXYBENZONE?
Yes. 2 FDA drug label records list AVOBENZONE, OCTOCRYLENE, AND OXYBENZONE as the active ingredient. Products with the same active ingredient can usually be substituted only when a prescriber or pharmacist confirms it is appropriate.
Has Mederma Scar Cream been recalled?
No FDA recall record in our database matches this product name or manufacturer. Recall data is updated periodically, so a very recent notice may not appear here yet.
Where does this information come from?
All content is reproduced from FDA Structured Product Labelling data via openFDA. It is provided for identification and reference only and is not medical advice.
This page reproduces FDA Structured Product Labelling data for identification and reference. It is not medical advice, does not diagnose or treat any condition, and does not sell or price any medicine.