Titanium Dioxide

Titanium Dioxide in Medications

Titanium Dioxide: A Colorant and Opacifier

Titanium dioxide is a white pigment used to color and opacify medications. It can make tablets, capsules, and coatings appear bright and uniform.

What Is Titanium Dioxide?

Titanium dioxide is a white pigment used to color and opacify medications. It can make tablets, capsules, and coatings appear bright and uniform.

Why Is Titanium Dioxide Used in Medications?

Titanium Dioxide is used because it:

  • Provides white color and opacity
  • Improves visual consistency between batches
  • Can help protect light-sensitive ingredients when used in coatings

Ingredient Names to Look For

Titanium Dioxide may be listed as:

  • Titanium dioxide
  • TiO₂

Where Does Titanium Dioxide Appear?

It is commonly found in:

  • Tablet coatings
  • Capsule shells
  • Some topical products (as a white pigment)

How to Check a Medication’s Ingredient List

Inactive ingredients may vary between manufacturers, dosage forms, and strengths.

Use PillParser to scan a medication and view its ingredient list.





Adding the manufacturer filters generics (fillers/dyes often differ).

To keep PillParser free, anonymous scans are limited.

Understanding ingredient differences is especially important for individuals with known sensitivities. RxAllergyScan.com allows users to compare medication ingredients against their personal allergen profile.

Educational Note

This page provides educational information only and does not make medical claims.