| FD&C Red No. 3? | Colorant | ?Uncertain — Dye | A cherry-pink dye. Can cause photosensitivity and cross-reacts with other dyes in sensitive individuals. |
| .alpha.-tocopherol Acetate | Antioxidant | No | Vitamin E acetate. Used as an antioxidant to protect active ingredients from degradation during storage. |
| Acrylic Acid-2-ethylhexyl Acrylate-2-hydroxyethyl Acrylate-vinyl Acetate Copolymer (for Duro-tak 87-2070)? | Adhesive | No | A pressure-sensitive adhesive polymer used in transdermal patches to hold the patch to the skin. |
| Butylated Hydroxytoluene | Antioxidant | No | BHT. A synthetic antioxidant used to prevent oxidative degradation of fats and oils in pharmaceutical products. Rare contact sensitivity reported. |
| Calcium Phosphate, Dibasic? | Binder | No | A calcium salt used as a binder and filler in tablet manufacturing. |
| Dimethicone 20 | Skin Protectant | No | A silicone-based polymer used as a skin protectant, emollient, and anti-foaming agent in topical formulations. |
| Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate? | Emollient | No | A synthetic ester used as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in topical formulations. |
| Hamamelis Virginiana Top Water | Skin Conditioner | No | Witch hazel distillate, a plant-derived astringent used in topical formulations to soothe and tone the skin. |
| Hyaluronate Sodium | Moisturizer/Viscosity Agent | No | Sodium hyaluronic acid. A naturally occurring substance used as a moisturizer and viscosity agent in ophthalmic and topical formulations. |
| Lactic Acid | pH Adjuster/Exfoliant | No | An alpha-hydroxy acid used to adjust pH and as a mild exfoliant in topical formulations. Produced by fermentation. |
| Lanolin Oil? | Emollient | No | An oil derived from sheep wool (lanolin). Used as an emollient and skin conditioner. Animal-derived — relevant for vegan patients. Can cause contact dermatitis in lanolin-sensitive individuals. |
| Methyl Salicylate? | Flavoring/Counterirritant | No | Oil of wintergreen. Used as a flavoring agent and topical counterirritant (creates a warming sensation). Can cause sensitivity in aspirin-intolerant individuals. |
| Niacinamide | Skin Conditioner | No | Vitamin B3 (nicotinamide). Used as a skin-conditioning agent in topical formulations. Generally well tolerated. |
| Phenoxyethanol | Preservative | No | A synthetic preservative used to prevent microbial growth in topical and some oral formulations. Can cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals. |
| Phosphoric Acid | pH Adjuster | No | A mineral acid used to adjust pH in pharmaceutical formulations, particularly injectable solutions. |
| Polyisobutylene (55000 Mw) | — | No | — |
| Tocopherol | Antioxidant | No | Natural vitamin E. Used as an antioxidant to protect active ingredients from oxidation and extend product shelf life. |