Doan's Maximum Strength Pain Reliever (NSAID) Caplets 0, 0, 0 - 100.0 ea
Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores
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Summary
This product contains magnesium salicylate tetrahydrate, an effective NSAID for pain relief, which is beneficial for its intended use. However, the presence of titanium dioxide, a controversial additive due to potential safety concerns, affects the overall ingredient quality. The formulation includes several inactive ingredients, which contribute to a moderate level of processing.
Key ingredients 9
Magnesium Salicylate TetrahydrateNeutral
Active pharmaceutical ingredient used as a pain reliever and anti-inflammatory agent, outside standard nutritional classification.
HypromelloseNeutral
Common plant-derived polymer used as a coating and binding agent in tablets.
See more about Hypromellose →Magnesium StearateNeutral
Widely used flow agent and lubricant in manufacturing to ensure uniform tablet production.
See more about Magnesium Stearate →Microcrystalline CelluloseNeutral
Plant-based filler and binder used to give structure to the caplet.
See more about Microcrystalline Cellulose →PolydextroseNeutral
Synthetic polymer used as a bulking agent and tablet coating component.
See more about Polydextrose →Polyethylene GlycolNeutral
Common plasticizer and solvent used in pharmaceutical film coatings.
See more about Polyethylene Glycol →Stearic AcidNeutral
Fatty acid commonly used as a binder and lubricant in solid dosage forms.
See more about Stearic Acid →TriacetinNeutral
Plasticizer used in pharmaceutical coatings to improve flexibility and durability.
Titanium DioxideVery Bad
Heavily flagged ingredient class under Scout's doctrine.
See more about Titanium Dioxide →Processing
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