Suppository Base
A fat derived from cocoa beans used as a melting base in suppositories and some topical formulations. May affect individuals with chocolate or cocoa sensitivity.
Emollient/Vehicle
A plant-derived oil used as an emollient, vehicle, and solvent in topical and oral formulations. May be relevant for individuals with coconut allergy (rare but documented).
Stiffening Agent
Bleached beeswax. Used to thicken ointments and creams. Animal-derived (from bees) — relevant for vegan patients.
Antioxidant
Coating/Stiffening Agent
Coating/Polish
Solvent/Vehicle
Emollient/Vehicle
Emollient
| Ingredient | Purpose | Common Allergen? |
|---|---|---|
| Cocoa Butter | Suppository Base | ⚠️ Yes — Chocolate |
| Coconut Oil | Emollient/Vehicle | ⚠️ Yes — Coconut |
| White Wax | Stiffening Agent | ⚠️ Yes — Insect |
| .alpha.-tocopherol? | Antioxidant | No |
| Candelilla Wax | Coating/Stiffening Agent | No |
| Carnauba Wax | Coating/Polish | No |
| Corn Oil? | Solvent/Vehicle | No |
| Orange Oil, Cold Pressed | — | No |
| Raspberry Juice? | — | No |
| Safflower Oil | Emollient/Vehicle | No |
| Shea Butter | Emollient | No |
This medication contains ingredients flagged in the following groups. Patients with these sensitivities should consult their prescriber.
Other versions of ZINC OXIDE SUNSCREEN that avoid allergens found in this formulation.