Magnesium stearate: an underestimated allergen.

Authors :: Tammaro A
Abruzzese C
Narcisi A
Cortesi G
Persechino F
Parisella FR
Persechino S
Source :: Journal of biological regulators and homeostatic agents [J Biol Regul Homeost Agents] 2012 Oct-Dec; Vol. 26 (4), pp. 783-4.
Publication Year :: 2012
Abstract: Magnesium stearate is a substance often used as a diluent in the manufacture of medical tablets, capsules and powders. Moreover it is usually found as a food additive or pharmaceutical excipient. We report the first case of a 28 years old woman affected by an allergic reaction from this substance with an urticarial manifestation.