Preservative
A paraben preservative used to prevent microbial growth. Can cause contact dermatitis in paraben-sensitive individuals.
Emulsifier/Stiffening Agent
A mixture of cetyl and stearyl alcohols (fatty alcohols, not drinking alcohol). Used to thicken and stabilize creams and ointments. Can cause contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals.
Emulsifier/Thickener
A fatty alcohol used in topical formulations. Can cause contact dermatitis.
Skin Protectant
| Ingredient | Purpose | Common Allergen? |
|---|---|---|
| Butylparaben? | Preservative | Uncertain — Parabens |
| Cetostearyl Alcohol | Emulsifier/Stiffening Agent | ⚠️ Yes — Stearyl Alcohol |
| Cetyl Alcohol? | Emulsifier/Thickener | Uncertain — Cetyl Alcohol |
| : Water | — | No |
| Acrylamide/sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer? | — | No |
| Acrylates/c10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer | — | No |
| Alcohol Denat | — | No |
| Aloe Barbandensis Leaf Extract | — | No |
| Aminomethyl Propanol | — | No |
| Butyl Stearate? | — | No |
| C30-45 Alkyl Cetearyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer | — | No |
| Calcium Disodium Edta? | — | No |
| Calcium Phosphate? | — | No |
| Ceteareth-12? | — | No |
| Cetyl Alcohol Glycerin? | — | No |
| Cyclomethicone? | — | No |
| Dihexadecyl Phosphate? | — | No |
| Dimethicone 20? | Skin Protectant | 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 LIDOCAINE HCL 4%, MENTHOL 1% that avoid allergens found in this formulation.