Solvent/Emulsifier
Derived from castor beans. Used in liquid and injectable formulations. Allergic reactions are rare but documented.
Emulsifier/Thickener
A fatty alcohol used in topical formulations. Can cause contact dermatitis.
Stiffening Agent/Emollient
Castor oil treated with hydrogen to make it solid at room temperature. Used to thicken creams and ointments.
Preservative
A food preservative. Can cause urticaria and exacerbate asthma in sensitive individuals.
Stiffening Agent
Unbleached beeswax. Used to thicken and stabilize ointments and creams. Animal-derived (from bees) — relevant for vegan patients.
Antioxidant
Coating/Polish
Skin Protectant
Humectant/Solvent
Skin Conditioner
Thickener/Binder
Emollient/Solvent
Preservative/Antiseptic
Emulsifier/Solubilizer
pH Adjuster
Conditioning Agent
| Ingredient | Purpose | Common Allergen? |
|---|---|---|
| Castor Oil | Solvent/Emulsifier | ⚠️ Yes — Castor Oil |
| Cetyl Alcohol | Emulsifier/Thickener | ⚠️ Yes — Cetyl Alcohol |
| Hydrogenated Castor Oil | Stiffening Agent/Emollient | ⚠️ Yes — Castor Oil |
| Sodium Benzoate | Preservative | ⚠️ Yes — Sodium Benzoate |
| Yellow Wax | Stiffening Agent | ⚠️ Yes — Insect |
| .alpha.-tocopherol Acetate | Antioxidant | No |
| Carnauba Wax | Coating/Polish | No |
| Dimethicone 20 | Skin Protectant | No |
| Gluconolactone | — | No |
| Glycerin | Humectant/Solvent | No |
| Hamamelis Virginiana Top Water | Skin Conditioner | No |
| Hydroxyethyl Cellulose | Thickener/Binder | No |
| Isopropyl Palmitate | Emollient/Solvent | No |
| Phenol? | Preservative/Antiseptic | No |
| Polysorbate 20 | Emulsifier/Solubilizer | No |
| Sodium Hydroxide | pH Adjuster | No |
| Stearalkonium Chloride? | Conditioning Agent | 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.