Generic for BABY ECZEMA THERAPY
Polyethylene glycol (PEG) is a synthetic polymer used as a tablet coating, solvent, laxative base, and drug carrier.
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.
Preservative
A paraben preservative used to prevent microbial growth. Can cause contact dermatitis in paraben-sensitive individuals.
Preservative
A food preservative. Can cause urticaria and exacerbate asthma in sensitive individuals.
Skin Protectant
Humectant/Solvent
Skin Conditioner
Emollient/Solvent
Solvent
Emollient/Barrier
Preservative/Antiseptic
Tonicity Agent
Conditioning Agent
| Ingredient | Purpose | Common Allergen? |
|---|---|---|
| Apricot Kernel Oil PEG-6 Esters | — | ⚠️ Yes — PEG |
| Cetyl Alcohol | Emulsifier/Thickener | ⚠️ Yes — Cetyl Alcohol |
| Methylparaben | Preservative | ⚠️ Yes — Parabens |
| Propylparaben | Preservative | ⚠️ Yes — Parabens |
| Sodium Benzoate | Preservative | ⚠️ Yes — Sodium Benzoate |
| Dimethicone 20 | Skin Protectant | No |
| Glycerin | Humectant/Solvent | No |
| Hamamelis Virginiana Top Water | Skin Conditioner | No |
| Isopropyl Palmitate | Emollient/Solvent | No |
| N,n-dimethylacetamide? | Solvent | No |
| Petrolatum | Emollient/Barrier | No |
| Phenol? | Preservative/Antiseptic | No |
| Sodium Chloride | Tonicity Agent | No |
| Stearalkonium Chloride? | Conditioning Agent | No |
| Steareth-20 | — | 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 COLLOIDAL OATMEAL that avoid allergens found in this formulation.