Generic for DRS. PHARMACY SUNSCREEN SPF 50 (PHYSICAL FILTERS)
Preservative/Solvent
A preservative and solvent used in injectable and topical formulations.
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.
Emulsifier
A PEG-modified sorbitan ester used as a non-ionic emulsifier in topical formulations.
Polyethylene glycol (PEG) is a synthetic polymer used as a tablet coating, solvent, laxative base, and drug carrier.
Solvent/Humectant
An organic compound used as a solvent and humectant. Can cause contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals.
Humectant/Plasticizer
pH Adjuster
Antioxidant
Humectant/Solvent
Emollient/Carrier
Antiviral/Emollient
Chelating Agent
Humectant/Solvent
Skin Conditioner
Skin Conditioner
Thickener/Adhesive
Emulsifier/Solubilizer
Emulsifier
Thickener/Stabilizer
| Ingredient | Purpose | Common Allergen? |
|---|---|---|
| Benzyl Alcohol? | Preservative/Solvent | Uncertain — Benzyl Alcohol |
| Cetostearyl Alcohol | Emulsifier/Stiffening Agent | ⚠️ Yes — Stearyl Alcohol |
| Cetyl Alcohol? | Emulsifier/Thickener | Uncertain — Cetyl Alcohol |
| PEG-20 Sorbitan Isostearate | Emulsifier | ⚠️ Yes — PEG |
| PEG-7 Linoleoyl Glycerides? | — | Uncertain — PEG |
| Propylene Glycol | Solvent/Humectant | ⚠️ Yes — Propylene Glycol |
| 1,2,6-hexanetriol? | Humectant/Plasticizer | No |
| Aminomethylpropanol | pH Adjuster | No |
| Anhydrous Dextrose | — | No |
| Butylated Hydroxytoluene? | Antioxidant | No |
| Butylene Glycol | Humectant/Solvent | No |
| Calcium Phosphate? | — | No |
| Citrus Sinensis Flower Oil? | — | No |
| Coco-betaine | — | No |
| Cyclomethicone 5 | Emollient/Carrier | No |
| Docosanol | Antiviral/Emollient | No |
| Edetate Disodium | Chelating Agent | No |
| Glycerin | Humectant/Solvent | No |
| Hamamelis Virginiana Top Water | Skin Conditioner | No |
| Niacinamide | Skin Conditioner | No |
| Pectin? | — | No |
| Polyacrylic Acid (250000 Mw)? | Thickener/Adhesive | No |
| Polyisobutylene (55000 Mw) | — | No |
| Polysorbate 20 | Emulsifier/Solubilizer | No |
| Polysorbate 60 | Emulsifier | No |
| Xanthan Gum | Thickener/Stabilizer | 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 Sunscreen SPF 50 that avoid allergens found in this formulation.