Table 3 Inactive ingredients of muscle care ointment and roll-on gel
Inactive ingredients | Purpose | Content % (Ointment) | Content % (Roll-on) |
|---|---|---|---|
Cetyl alcohol | Viscosity increasing | 6.0% | Not in roll-on |
Stearyl alcohol | Emollient, thickening agent | 4.0% | Not in roll-on |
Glycerin | Reduces irritation, prevents dehydration | 4.0% | 0.6% |
Polysorbate-20 | Surfactant | 1.0% | Not in roll-on |
Urea | Hydrating, penetration enhancer | 1.0% | Not in roll-on |
Water | Hydrating, penetration enhancer | 55.1% | 8.90% |
Sepigel 305 | Increases viscosity, stability, and shine | 2.0% | Not in roll-on |
Optiphen Plus | Preservative (for paraben-free use) | 0.8% | Not in roll-on |
Acrylates Copolymer | Binder/film former | Not in ointment | 9.0% |
Propylene Glycol | Skin conditioning, penetration enhancer | Not in ointment | 3.0% |
Denatured alcohol | Astringent, masking | Not in ointment | 56.25% |
Triethanolamine | Emulsifying agent | Not in ointment | 0.9% |