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SPF 15 Control
SPF 15 Control is a Small molecule drug developed by Bayer. It is currently FDA-approved for UV protection and sunburn prevention.
SPF 15 Control is a sunscreen that provides ultraviolet (UV) radiation protection by absorbing and reflecting UVA and UVB rays.
SPF 15 Control is a sunscreen agent used in clinical trials for conditions such as sun-damaged skin and retinoid intolerance. It is a small molecule with a verified overall status of "COMPLETED" in the Sun Protection Factor (SPF) / UVA Protection Factor (UVAPF) Assay study.
At a glance
| Generic name | SPF 15 Control |
|---|---|
| Sponsor | Bayer |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Dermatology/Photoprotection |
| Phase | FDA-approved |
Mechanism of action
This is a topical photoprotective product formulated to shield skin from harmful solar radiation. SPF 15 indicates it allows approximately 1/15th of UV radiation to reach the skin, reducing the risk of sunburn and cumulative UV damage. It is not a pharmaceutical drug but rather a cosmetic/dermatological protective agent.
Approved indications
- UV protection and sunburn prevention
Common side effects
- Skin irritation or sensitization
- Contact dermatitis
Key clinical trials
- A Trial to Evaluate the Safety, Reactogenicity, and Immunogenicity of MVA-BN Yellow Fever Vaccine With and Without Montanide ISA-720 Adjuvant in 18-45 Year Old Healthy Volunteers (PHASE1)
- Evaluating Procedure Pairing of a Post-Procedure Cream Versus a Comparator in Patients Treated With a Radiofrequency Microneedling for Facial Rejuvenation (NA)
- Daylight-PDT With MAL for AK and Photodamaged Skin (PHASE4)
- The Effect Of A Controlled Daily Skin Care Regimen On Retinoic Acid Tolerance (NA)
- Test the Phototoxicity of Sunscreen Products (NA)
- Sun Protection Factor (SPF) / UVA Protection Factor (UVAPF) Assay (NA)
- Sun Protection Factor (SPF) Efficacy Assay (NA)
- Sun Protection Factor (SPF) / UVA Protection Factor (UVAPF) - Assay (NA)
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
Competitive intelligence
For the full competitive landscape — auto-detected comparators, recent regulatory actions across the set, upcoming PDUFA, patent timeline, sponsor landscape:
- SPF 15 Control CI brief — competitive landscape report
- SPF 15 Control updates RSS · CI watch RSS
- Bayer portfolio CI
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Related
- Manufacturer: Bayer — full pipeline
- Therapeutic area: All drugs in Dermatology/Photoprotection
- Indication: Drugs for UV protection and sunburn prevention
Primary sources · FDA · ClinicalTrials.gov · EMA · SEC EDGAR · ChEMBL · Wikidata · full sourcing