Preservative
A preservative related to sodium benzoate. Same allergy cross-reactivity concerns.
Emulsifier/Stiffening Agent
A mixture of cetyl and stearyl alcohols (fatty alcohols, not drinking alcohol). Used to thicken and stabilize creams and ointments. Can cause contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals.
Emulsifier/Thickener
A fatty alcohol used in topical formulations. Can cause contact dermatitis.
Polyethylene glycol (PEG) is a synthetic polymer used as a tablet coating, solvent, laxative base, and drug carrier.
Preservative
A food preservative. Can cause urticaria and exacerbate asthma in sensitive individuals.
Antioxidant
Adhesive
Absorbent/Glidant
Solvent/Preservative
Humectant/Solvent
pH Adjuster/Buffer
Skin Protectant
Coating Agent
Humectant/Solvent
Skin Conditioner
Emollient
Emulsifier/Solubilizer
Colorant
Preservative
Emulsifier/Solubilizer
Preservative
pH Adjuster
Preservative
Thickener/Stabilizer
| Ingredient | Purpose | Common Allergen? |
|---|---|---|
| Benzoic Acid | Preservative | ⚠️ Yes — Benzoic Acid |
| Cetostearyl Alcohol | Emulsifier/Stiffening Agent | ⚠️ Yes — Stearyl Alcohol |
| Cetyl Alcohol | Emulsifier/Thickener | ⚠️ Yes — Cetyl Alcohol |
| PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate | — | ⚠️ Yes — PEG |
| Sodium Benzoate | Preservative | ⚠️ Yes — Sodium Benzoate |
| .alpha.-tocopherol? | Antioxidant | No |
| Acrylic Acid-2-ethylhexyl Acrylate-2-hydroxyethyl Acrylate-vinyl Acetate Copolymer (for Duro-tak 87-2070)? | Adhesive | No |
| Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate | Absorbent/Glidant | No |
| Benzyl Benzoate | Solvent/Preservative | No |
| Butylene Glycol | Humectant/Solvent | No |
| Calcium Citrate | — | No |
| Citric Acid Monohydrate | pH Adjuster/Buffer | No |
| Diethylene Glycol Monoethyl Ether | — | No |
| Dimethicone 20 | Skin Protectant | No |
| Dimethylaminoethyl Methacrylate - Butyl Methacrylate - Methyl Methacrylate Copolymer? | Coating Agent | No |
| Glycerin | Humectant/Solvent | No |
| Hamamelis Virginiana Top Water | Skin Conditioner | No |
| Lanolin Oil? | Emollient | No |
| Laureth-2 | Emulsifier/Solubilizer | No |
| Metanil Yellow? | Colorant | No |
| Phenoxyethanol | Preservative | No |
| Polysorbate 20 | Emulsifier/Solubilizer | No |
| Potassium Bicarbonate? | — | No |
| Potassium Sorbate | Preservative | No |
| Sodium Hydroxide | pH Adjuster | No |
| Sorbic Acid | Preservative | No |
| Xanthan Gum | Thickener/Stabilizer | 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):
2 ingredients may contain mammalian-derived components:
Other versions of Salicylic Acid that avoid allergens found in this formulation.