Colorant
A synthetic blue dye. Less commonly allergenic than other dyes but reactions are documented.
Capsule Shell
Derived from animal collagen. Used in capsule shells. Not suitable for vegetarians/vegans or those with specific animal protein sensitivities.
Filler/Sweetener
A sugar alcohol used as a sweetener and bulking agent. Can cause osmotic diarrhea in sensitive individuals.
Colorant
Colorant
Colorant
Lubricant
pH Adjuster
Coating Agent
Disintegrant/Filler
Colorant/Opacifier
| Ingredient | Purpose | Common Allergen? |
|---|---|---|
| FD&C Blue No. 1 | Colorant | ⚠️ Yes — Dye |
| Gelatin | Capsule Shell | ⚠️ Yes — Animal |
| Mannitol | Filler/Sweetener | ⚠️ Yes — Mannitol |
| D&C Yellow No. 10 | Colorant | No |
| Ferric Oxide Red | Colorant | No |
| Ferrosoferric Oxide | Colorant | No |
| Magnesium Stearate | Lubricant | No |
| Potassium Hydroxide | pH Adjuster | No |
| Shellac | Coating Agent | No |
| Starch, Corn | Disintegrant/Filler | No |
| Titanium Dioxide | Colorant/Opacifier | 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 Droxidopa that avoid allergens found in this formulation.