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.
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.
Colorant
A synthetic blue dye. Less commonly allergenic than other dyes but reactions are documented.
Colorant
A synthetic green dye (Fast Green FCF) used in medications. May cause reactions in dye-sensitive individuals.
Colorant
A cherry-pink dye. Can cause photosensitivity and cross-reacts with other dyes in sensitive individuals.
Colorant
A widely used artificial red dye. Among the most common dye allergens.
Colorant
A yellow azo dye. Common in asthma and aspirin-intolerant patients. One of the most frequently reported dye allergens.
Colorant
An artificial colorant (also called Sunset Yellow). May cause reactions in people sensitive to artificial dyes.
Filler/Binder
Milk sugar used as a filler and binder in tablets and capsules. Derived from dairy — must be avoided by individuals with lactose intolerance or milk protein allergy.
Filler/Binder
A sugar derived from milk. Common allergen for lactose-intolerant individuals and those with dairy allergies.
Preservative
A preservative used to prevent microbial growth. Can cause allergic contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals.
Coating/Osmotic Agent
A higher-molecular-weight PEG used in tablet coatings and as the active ingredient in osmotic laxatives (MiraLAX). Rare PEG allergies documented.
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.
Preservative
A paraben preservative used to prevent microbial growth. Can cause contact dermatitis in paraben-sensitive individuals.
Sweetener
An artificial sweetener. Rare sensitivities reported, including skin reactions.
Sweetener/Coating
Common table sugar. Problematic for individuals with sucrose intolerance or congenital sucrase-isomaltase deficiency.
Stiffening Agent
Bleached beeswax. Used to thicken ointments and creams. Animal-derived (from bees) — relevant for vegan patients.
Emulsifier/Binder
Filler/Binder
Filler/Antacid
Coating/Polish
Disintegrant
Colorant
Colorant
Colorant
Colorant
Skin Conditioner
Coating
Lubricant
Filler/Binder
Filler/Binder
Emollient/Vehicle
Stiffening Agent
Flavoring Agent
Emollient/Barrier
Bulking Agent
Solvent/Plasticizer
Coating Agent/Stabilizer
Glidant
Disintegrant
Preservative
Sweetener/Humectant
Disintegrant/Filler
Lubricant
Glidant/Lubricant
Colorant/Opacifier
Solubilizer/Emulsifier
| Ingredient | Purpose | Common Allergen? |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | Solvent/Preservative | ⚠️ Yes — Alcohol |
| Anhydrous Lactose | Filler/Binder | ⚠️ Yes — Dairy |
| Aspartame | Sweetener | ⚠️ Yes — Aspartame |
| FD&C Blue No. 1 | Colorant | ⚠️ Yes — Dye |
| FD&C Green No. 3 | Colorant | ⚠️ Yes — Dye |
| FD&C Red No. 3 | Colorant | ⚠️ Yes — Dye |
| FD&C Red No. 40 | Colorant | ⚠️ Yes — Dye |
| FD&C Yellow No. 5 | Colorant | ⚠️ Yes — Dye |
| FD&C Yellow No. 6 | Colorant | ⚠️ Yes — Dye |
| Lactose | Filler/Binder | ⚠️ Yes — Dairy |
| Lactose Monohydrate | Filler/Binder | ⚠️ Yes — Dairy |
| Methylparaben | Preservative | ⚠️ Yes — Parabens |
| Polyethylene Glycol 3350 | Coating/Osmotic Agent | ⚠️ Yes — PEG |
| Povidone | Binder | ⚠️ Yes — Povidone |
| Povidone K30 | Binder | ⚠️ Yes — Povidone |
| Propylparaben | Preservative | ⚠️ Yes — Parabens |
| Saccharin Sodium | Sweetener | ⚠️ Yes — Saccharin |
| Sucrose | Sweetener/Coating | ⚠️ Yes — Sucrose |
| White Wax | Stiffening Agent | ⚠️ Yes — Insect |
| Acacia | Emulsifier/Binder | No |
| Anhydrous Dibasic Calcium Phosphate | Filler/Binder | No |
| Calcium Carbonate | Filler/Antacid | No |
| Carnauba Wax | Coating/Polish | No |
| Croscarmellose Sodium | Disintegrant | No |
| D&C Green No. 5 | — | No |
| D&C Red No. 27 | Colorant | No |
| D&C Red No. 28 | Colorant | No |
| D&C Yellow No. 10 | Colorant | No |
| Dextrates | — | No |
| Ferric Oxide Red | Colorant | No |
| Hamamelis Virginiana Top Water | Skin Conditioner | No |
| Hypromellose | Coating | No |
| Magnesium Stearate | Lubricant | No |
| Maltodextrin | Filler/Binder | No |
| Microcrystalline Cellulose | Filler/Binder | No |
| Mineral Oil | Emollient/Vehicle | No |
| Paraffin | Stiffening Agent | No |
| Peppermint Oil | Flavoring Agent | No |
| Petrolatum | Emollient/Barrier | No |
| Polydextrose | Bulking Agent | No |
| Polyethylene Glycol 400 | Solvent/Plasticizer | No |
| Polyvinyl Alcohol | Coating Agent/Stabilizer | No |
| Silicon Dioxide | Glidant | No |
| Sodium Starch Glycolate Type A | Disintegrant | No |
| Sorbic Acid | Preservative | 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 |
| White Petrolatum | — | 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):
5 ingredients may contain mammalian-derived components:
Other versions of Benzocaine, Benzalkonium chloride, Lidocaine hydrochloride, Hydrocortisone, Bacitracin zinc, Neomycin sulfate, Polymyxin B sulfate, Calcium Carbonate, Ibuprofen, Loratadine, Acetaminophen, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Guaifenesin, Phenylephrine Hydrochloride, Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride, Potassium Chloride, Magnesium Oxide, Meclizine Hydrochloride, and Bismuth Subsalicylate that avoid allergens found in this formulation.