Colorant
A widely used artificial red dye. Among the most common dye allergens.
Corn syrup and high fructose corn syrup are used as sweeteners and flavoring agents in liquid medications and chewable tablets.
Preservative
A food preservative. Can cause urticaria and exacerbate asthma in sensitive individuals.
pH Adjuster/Buffer
Colorant
Humectant/Solvent
Skin Conditioner
Coating
Emulsifier/Solubilizer
Sweetener/Humectant
Thickener/Stabilizer
| Ingredient | Purpose | Common Allergen? |
|---|---|---|
| FD&C Red No. 40 | Colorant | ⚠️ Yes — Dye |
| High Fructose Corn Syrup | — | ⚠️ Yes — Corn Syrup |
| Sodium Benzoate | Preservative | ⚠️ Yes — Sodium Benzoate |
| Anhydrous Citric Acid | pH Adjuster/Buffer | No |
| D&C Yellow No. 10 | Colorant | No |
| Glycerin | Humectant/Solvent | No |
| Hamamelis Virginiana Top Water | Skin Conditioner | No |
| Hypromellose | Coating | No |
| Polysorbate 80 | Emulsifier/Solubilizer | No |
| Sorbitol Solution | Sweetener/Humectant | 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 contain mammalian-derived components:
Other versions of Ibuprofen that avoid allergens found in this formulation.