how to handle dye allergies

We're getting questions about how to handle dye allergies.

Dyes and other inactive ingredients in meds sometimes trigger allergic reactions...leading to itching, rashes, and even anaphylaxis.

Some of the common culprits are FD&C Yellow No. 5 (tartrazine), Yellow No. 6, Yellow No. 10, Red No. 40, Blue No. 1, and Blue No. 2.

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