Solvent/Preservative
Ethanol (ethyl alcohol) used as a solvent, preservative, or extraction agent. Present in many liquid formulations. May be relevant for patients avoiding alcohol for medical or religious reasons.
Solvent/Humectant
A synthetic glycol used as a solvent and humectant in topical formulations.
Colorant
A synthetic green dye (Fast Green FCF) used in medications. May cause reactions in dye-sensitive individuals.
Preservative
A preservative used to prevent microbial growth. Can cause allergic contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals.
Solubilizer/Emulsifier
A low-molecular-weight poloxamer used as a solubilizer and emulsifier in oral and topical formulations.
Preservative
A paraben preservative used to prevent microbial growth. Can cause contact dermatitis in paraben-sensitive individuals.
Antioxidant/Preservative
A sulfite compound used as an antioxidant and preservative. Can trigger severe reactions (bronchospasm, anaphylaxis) in sulfite-sensitive individuals, particularly asthmatics.
Sulfites (sodium bisulfite, sodium metabisulfite, potassium metabisulfite, sodium sulfite) are antioxidant preservatives used in injectable medications, eye drops, and some oral formulations.
Colorant
Chelating Agent
Skin Conditioner
Solvent/Antiseptic
pH Adjuster/Exfoliant
| Ingredient | Purpose | Common Allergen? |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | Solvent/Preservative | ⚠️ Yes — Alcohol |
| Dipropylene Glycol | Solvent/Humectant | ⚠️ Yes — Propylene Glycol |
| FD&C Green No. 3 | Colorant | ⚠️ Yes — Dye |
| Methylparaben | Preservative | ⚠️ Yes — Parabens |
| Poloxamer 124 | Solubilizer/Emulsifier | ⚠️ Yes — Poloxamer |
| Propylparaben | Preservative | ⚠️ Yes — Parabens |
| Sodium Metabisulfite | Antioxidant/Preservative | ⚠️ Yes — Sulfite |
| Sodium Sulfite | — | ⚠️ Yes — Sulfite |
| 2-aminoethanol | — | No |
| D&C Red No. 33 | Colorant | No |
| Edetate Sodium | Chelating Agent | No |
| Hamamelis Virginiana Top Water | Skin Conditioner | No |
| Isopropyl Alcohol | Solvent/Antiseptic | No |
| Lactic Acid | pH Adjuster/Exfoliant | No |
| Sodium Sulfate | — | No |
| Sulfuric Acid | — | No |
This medication contains ingredients flagged in the following groups. Patients with these sensitivities should consult their prescriber.
Other versions of CHLOROXYLENOL that avoid allergens found in this formulation.