Emulsifier/Thickener
A fatty alcohol used in topical formulations. Can cause contact dermatitis.
Preservative
A preservative used to prevent microbial growth. Can cause allergic contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals.
Solvent/Humectant
An organic compound used as a solvent and humectant. Can cause contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals.
Preservative
A food preservative. Can cause urticaria and exacerbate asthma in sensitive individuals.
Antioxidant
Skin Protectant
Surfactant/Stabilizer
Emollient
Flavoring/Active
Humectant/Solvent
Emulsifier
Skin Conditioner
Antacid/Adsorbent
Solvent
Emollient/Barrier
Preservative/Antiseptic
Preservative
Emulsifier
pH Adjuster
Emollient
Buffer
Plasticizer
| Ingredient | Purpose | Common Allergen? |
|---|---|---|
| Cetyl Alcohol? | Emulsifier/Thickener | Uncertain — Cetyl Alcohol |
| Methylparaben | Preservative | ⚠️ Yes — Parabens |
| Propylene Glycol | Solvent/Humectant | ⚠️ Yes — Propylene Glycol |
| Sodium Benzoate | Preservative | ⚠️ Yes — Sodium Benzoate |
| .alpha.-tocopherol Acetate | Antioxidant | No |
| Dimethicone 20 | Skin Protectant | No |
| Dipalmitoylphosphatidylglycerol, Dl-? | Surfactant/Stabilizer | No |
| Edetic Acid | — | No |
| Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate? | Emollient | No |
| Ginger | Flavoring/Active | No |
| Glycerin | Humectant/Solvent | No |
| Glyceryl Monostearate | Emulsifier | No |
| Hamamelis Virginiana Top Water | Skin Conditioner | No |
| Magnesium Carbonate? | Antacid/Adsorbent | No |
| N,n-dimethylacetamide? | Solvent | No |
| Petrolatum | Emollient/Barrier | No |
| Phenol? | Preservative/Antiseptic | No |
| Phenoxyethanol | Preservative | No |
| Polysorbate 60 | Emulsifier | No |
| Potassium Hydroxide | pH Adjuster | No |
| Shea Butter | Emollient | No |
| Sodium Phosphate, Monobasic | Buffer | No |
| Triacetin? | Plasticizer | 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: