Filler/Binder
A water-free form of lactose (milk sugar) used as a filler and binder in tablets. Derived from dairy — must be avoided by individuals with lactose intolerance or milk allergy.
Sweetener
An artificial sweetener. Dangerous for individuals with phenylketonuria (PKU). Rare general sensitivities reported.
Disintegrant
A cross-linked form of povidone used as a superdisintegrant. Same polymer allergy concern as povidone.
Colorant
A synthetic blue dye. Less commonly allergenic than other dyes but reactions are documented.
Filler/Binder
A sugar derived from milk. Common allergen for lactose-intolerant individuals and those with dairy allergies.
Binder
A synthetic polymer used as a binder. Rare sensitivities documented in medical literature.
Binder
A grade of polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) used as a binder in tablet manufacturing. The K30 denotes a specific molecular weight range.
Sweetener/Coating
Common table sugar. Problematic for individuals with sucrose intolerance or congenital sucrase-isomaltase deficiency.
Emulsifier/Binder
Coating/Polish
Solvent/Vehicle
Disintegrant
Colorant
Colorant
Coating
Lubricant
Filler/Binder
Filler/Binder
Emollient/Vehicle
Bulking Agent
Coating Agent/Stabilizer
Filler/Adsorbent
Glidant
Disintegrant
Sweetener/Humectant
Disintegrant/Filler
Lubricant
Glidant/Lubricant
Colorant/Opacifier
Solubilizer/Emulsifier
| Ingredient | Purpose | Common Allergen? |
|---|---|---|
| Anhydrous Lactose | Filler/Binder | ⚠️ Yes — Dairy |
| Aspartame | Sweetener | ⚠️ Yes — Aspartame |
| Crospovidone | Disintegrant | ⚠️ Yes — Povidone |
| FD&C Blue No. 1 | Colorant | ⚠️ Yes — Dye |
| Lactose Monohydrate | Filler/Binder | ⚠️ Yes — Dairy |
| Povidone | Binder | ⚠️ Yes — Povidone |
| Povidone K30 | Binder | ⚠️ Yes — Povidone |
| Sucrose | Sweetener/Coating | ⚠️ Yes — Sucrose |
| Acacia | Emulsifier/Binder | No |
| Carnauba Wax | Coating/Polish | No |
| Corn Oil | Solvent/Vehicle | No |
| Croscarmellose Sodium | Disintegrant | No |
| D&C Yellow No. 10 | Colorant | No |
| Ferric Oxide Red | Colorant | No |
| Hypromellose | Coating | No |
| Magnesium Stearate | Lubricant | No |
| Maltodextrin | Filler/Binder | No |
| Microcrystalline Cellulose | Filler/Binder | No |
| Mineral Oil | Emollient/Vehicle | No |
| Polydextrose | Bulking Agent | No |
| Polyvinyl Alcohol | Coating Agent/Stabilizer | No |
| Powdered Cellulose | Filler/Adsorbent | No |
| Silicon Dioxide | Glidant | No |
| Sodium Starch Glycolate Type A | Disintegrant | No |
| Sorbitol | Sweetener/Humectant | No |
| Starch, Corn | Disintegrant/Filler | No |
| Stearic Acid | Lubricant | No |
| Talc | Glidant/Lubricant | No |
| Titanium Dioxide | Colorant/Opacifier | No |
| Vitamin E Polyethylene Glycol Succinate? | Solubilizer/Emulsifier | No |
This medication contains ingredients flagged in the following groups. Patients with these sensitivities should consult their prescriber.
3 ingredients may have cross-contamination risk with gluten (source-dependent):
4 ingredients may contain mammalian-derived components: