Colorant
A widely used artificial red dye. Among the most common dye allergens.
Colorant
An artificial colorant (also called Sunset Yellow). May cause reactions in people sensitive to artificial dyes.
Filler/Sweetener
A sugar alcohol used as a sweetener and bulking agent. Can cause osmotic diarrhea in sensitive individuals.
Binder
A synthetic polymer used as a binder. Rare sensitivities documented in medical literature.
pH Adjuster/Buffer
Skin Protectant
Lubricant
Filler/Binder
Buffer/Effervescent Agent
Sweetener
| Ingredient | Purpose | Common Allergen? |
|---|---|---|
| FD&C Red No. 40 | Colorant | ⚠️ Yes — Dye |
| FD&C Yellow No. 6 | Colorant | ⚠️ Yes — Dye |
| Mannitol | Filler/Sweetener | ⚠️ Yes — Mannitol |
| Povidone | Binder | ⚠️ Yes — Povidone |
| Anhydrous Citric Acid | pH Adjuster/Buffer | No |
| Calcium Silicate | — | No |
| Dimethicone 20 | Skin Protectant | No |
| Magnesium Stearate | Lubricant | No |
| Maltodextrin | Filler/Binder | No |
| Potassium Bicarbonate | — | No |
| Sodium Bicarbonate | Buffer/Effervescent Agent | No |
| Sucralose | Sweetener | No |
This medication contains ingredients flagged in the following groups. Patients with these sensitivities should consult their prescriber.
1 ingredient may have cross-contamination risk with gluten (source-dependent):
1 ingredient may contain mammalian-derived components:
Other versions of chlorpheniramine maleate, acetaminophen, phenylephrine hydrochloride, dextromethorphan hydrobromide that avoid allergens found in this formulation.