Solvent/Preservative
Ethanol (ethyl alcohol) used as a solvent, preservative, or extraction agent. Present in many liquid formulations. May be relevant for patients avoiding alcohol for medical or religious reasons.
Preservative
A preservative used to prevent microbial growth. Can cause allergic contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals.
Preservative
A paraben preservative used to prevent microbial growth. Can cause contact dermatitis in paraben-sensitive individuals.
Skin Protectant
Thickener/Gelling Agent
Preservative
Humectant/Solvent
Skin Conditioner
Preservative
Emulsifier/pH Adjuster
| Ingredient | Purpose | Common Allergen? |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | Solvent/Preservative | ⚠️ Yes — Alcohol |
| Methylparaben | Preservative | ⚠️ Yes — Parabens |
| Propylparaben | Preservative | ⚠️ Yes — Parabens |
| Allantoin | Skin Protectant | No |
| Carbomer Homopolymer | Thickener/Gelling Agent | No |
| Dmdm Hydantoin | Preservative | No |
| Glycerin | Humectant/Solvent | No |
| Hamamelis Virginiana Top Water | Skin Conditioner | No |
| Phenoxyethanol | Preservative | No |
| Steareth-2 | — | No |
| Steareth-21 | — | No |
| Trolamine | Emulsifier/pH Adjuster | 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 Menthol that avoid allergens found in this formulation.