Sorbitol
- Generic Name
- Sorbitol
- Brand Names
- Cystosol
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C6H14O6
- CAS Number
- 50-70-4
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- 506T60A25R
- Background
A polyhydric alcohol with about half the sweetness of sucrose. Sorbitol occurs naturally and is also produced synthetically from glucose. It was formerly used as a diuretic and may still be used as a laxative and in irrigating solutions for some surgical procedures.
- Indication
Used as a non-stimulant laxative via an oral suspension or enema.
- Associated Conditions
- Constipation, Constipation caused by Pregnancy, Occasional Constipation
- Associated Therapies
- Bladder irrigation therapy, Bowel preparation therapy
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