Poloxamer 188

Generic Name
Poloxamer 188
Brand Names
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Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
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CAS Number
691397-13-4
Unique Ingredient Identifier
LQA7B6G8JG
Background

Poloxamer 188 (P188) is a nonionic block linear copolymer that exhibits rheologic, anti-thrombotic, anti-inflammatory, and cytoprotective activities in various tissue injury models . Composed of two hydrophilic side-chains attached to a hydrophobic center core , its average molecular weight is 8400 Daltons. P188 was originally approved by the FDA in the 1960...

Indication

Indicated to reduce viscosity in the blood before transfusions.

Associated Conditions
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Associated Therapies
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