Thickener/Stabilizer
A cellulose derivative used as a thickener. Rare CMC reactions reported in medical literature.
Colorant
A synthetic blue dye. Less commonly allergenic than other dyes but reactions are documented.
Colorant
A widely used artificial red dye. Among the most common dye allergens.
Preservative
A food preservative. Can cause urticaria and exacerbate asthma in sensitive individuals.
Sweetener/Coating
Common table sugar. Problematic for individuals with sucrose intolerance or congenital sucrase-isomaltase deficiency.
pH Adjuster/Buffer
Colorant
Humectant/Solvent
Skin Conditioner
Filler/Binder
Sweetener/Humectant
Thickener/Stabilizer
| Ingredient | Purpose | Common Allergen? |
|---|---|---|
| Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium | Thickener/Stabilizer | ⚠️ Yes — CMC |
| FD&C Blue No. 1 | Colorant | ⚠️ Yes — Dye |
| FD&C Red No. 40 | Colorant | ⚠️ Yes — Dye |
| Sodium Benzoate | Preservative | ⚠️ Yes — Sodium Benzoate |
| Sucrose | Sweetener/Coating | ⚠️ Yes — Sucrose |
| Anhydrous Citric Acid | pH Adjuster/Buffer | No |
| D&C Red No. 33 | Colorant | No |
| Glycerin | Humectant/Solvent | No |
| Hamamelis Virginiana Top Water | Skin Conditioner | No |
| Microcrystalline Cellulose | Filler/Binder | No |
| Sorbitol | Sweetener/Humectant | No |
| Xanthan Gum | Thickener/Stabilizer | 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 Acetaminophen, Chlorpheniramine maleate, Dextromethorphan hydrobromide, Phenylephrine hydrochloride that avoid allergens found in this formulation.