Diclofenac Potassium (Diclofenac Potassium) 25 mg

CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLEDORALChartwell RX, LLCNDC: 62135-469Updated: Mar 2026

Active Ingredient

DICLOFENAC POTASSIUM — 25 mg

Inactive Ingredients (Fillers)

⚠️ 4 ingredients flagged as common allergens

Gelatin

⚠️ Yes — Animal

Capsule Shell

Medium-chain Triglycerides

⚠️ Yes — Coconut

Solvent/Vehicle

Povidone K30

⚠️ Yes — Povidone

Binder

Propylene Glycol

⚠️ Yes — Propylene Glycol

Solvent/Humectant

Ferrosoferric Oxide

Colorant

Glycerin

Humectant/Solvent

Hydrochloric Acid

pH Adjuster

Isopropyl Alcohol

Solvent/Antiseptic

Noncrystallizing Sorbitol Solution

Polyethylene Glycol 400

Solvent/Plasticizer

Polysorbate 80

Emulsifier/Solubilizer

Shellac

Coating Agent

Ingredient	Purpose	Common Allergen?	Description
Gelatin	Capsule Shell	⚠️ Yes — Animal	Derived from animal collagen. Used in capsule shells. Not suitable for vegetarians/vegans or those with specific animal protein sensitivities.
Medium-chain Triglycerides	Solvent/Vehicle	⚠️ Yes — Coconut	Fatty acid esters derived from coconut or palm kernel oil. Used as a solvent and vehicle in oral and topical formulations. May be relevant for individuals with coconut sensitivity.
Povidone K30	Binder	⚠️ Yes — Povidone	A grade of polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) used as a binder in tablet manufacturing. The K30 denotes a specific molecular weight range.
Propylene Glycol	Solvent/Humectant	⚠️ Yes — Propylene Glycol	An organic compound used as a solvent and humectant. Can cause contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals.
Ferrosoferric Oxide	Colorant	No	Black iron oxide used as a pigment in tablet coatings and capsule shells. Derived from iron, not from food allergen sources.
Glycerin	Humectant/Solvent	No	A sugar alcohol that attracts moisture. Used as a humectant, solvent, and sweetener in many oral and topical medications. Generally well tolerated.
Hydrochloric Acid	pH Adjuster	No	A strong acid used in small amounts to adjust the pH of pharmaceutical solutions. Neutralized in the final product.
Isopropyl Alcohol	Solvent/Antiseptic	No	Rubbing alcohol. Used as a solvent in topical formulations and as an antiseptic agent.
Noncrystallizing Sorbitol Solution	—	No	—
Polyethylene Glycol 400	Solvent/Plasticizer	No	A low-molecular-weight PEG used as a solvent and plasticizer in oral and topical formulations. Rare but documented allergic reactions to PEG compounds.
Polysorbate 80	Emulsifier/Solubilizer	No	A non-ionic surfactant used to dissolve and stabilize ingredients that do not mix well with water. Derived from sorbitol and oleic acid. Rare hypersensitivity reactions reported.
Shellac	Coating Agent	No	A natural resin secreted by the lac insect. Used as an enteric coating for tablets and as a glazing agent. Derived from insects — relevant for vegan, vegetarian, and some religious dietary considerations.

Exclusion Groups

This medication contains ingredients flagged in the following groups. Patients with these sensitivities should consult their prescriber.

🌾Gluten 🔴Alpha-Gal Syndrome 🥜Peanut / Tree Nut 🍬Polyols (GI)🌱Not Vegan ☪️Halal Concern ✡️Kosher Concern 🥦Not Vegetarian

Dietary & Safety Information

Alpha-Gal Syndrome Risk

2 ingredients may contain mammalian-derived components:

Gelatin(Yes — Mammalian-derived – alpha-gal risk (verify processing/source).)
Glycerin(Possible — Glycerin can be plant- or animal-derived (verify source).)

AllergenMaps

Ingredient

Purpose

Common Allergen?