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Glycerin

Generic Name
Glycerin
Brand Names
Clear Eyes Cooling Comfort, Clear Eyes Redness Relief Reformulated Nov 2011, Fleet Mineral Oil, Genteal Tears, Glycerolyte 57, Pedia-lax Liquid, Preparation H Cream, Procalamine 3, Refresh Optive Advanced, Refresh Optive Extended Therapy, Synovisol, Tears Lubricant
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C3H8O3
CAS Number
56-81-5
Unique Ingredient Identifier
PDC6A3C0OX

Overview

A trihydroxy sugar alcohol that is an intermediate in carbohydrate and lipid metabolism.

Background

A trihydroxy sugar alcohol that is an intermediate in carbohydrate and lipid metabolism.

Indication

It is used as a solvent, emollient, pharmaceutical agent, and sweetening agent.

Associated Conditions

  • Cold Sore
  • Constipation
  • Dry Mouth
  • Dry Skin
  • Dry throat
  • Edema of the cerebrum
  • Increase in Intracranial Pressure (ICP)
  • Occasional Constipation
  • Ocular Discomfort
  • Ocular Hypertension
  • Ocular Irritation
  • Skin Infections
  • Sore Throat
  • Mouth soreness
  • Sensation of burning in the eyes

FDA Approved Products

Sterile Diluent for Allergenic Extract
Manufacturer:Antigen Laboratories, Inc.
Route:INTRADERMAL, SUBCUTANEOUS
Strength:0.1 mL in 1 mL
Approved: 2009/12/08
NDC:49288-9932
Sterile Diluent for Allergenic Extract
Manufacturer:Antigen Laboratories, Inc.
Route:INTRADERMAL, SUBCUTANEOUS
Strength:0.25 mL in 1 mL
Approved: 2009/12/08
NDC:49288-9936
Sterile Diluent for Allergenic Extract
Manufacturer:Antigen Laboratories, Inc.
Route:INTRADERMAL, SUBCUTANEOUS
Strength:0.5 mL in 1 mL
Approved: 2009/12/08
NDC:49288-9935
SUKKHI Polyamino Sugar Condensate Massage Cream
Manufacturer:GUANGZHOU YUSONG FINE CHEMICLS Co., Ltd
Route:CUTANEOUS
Strength:4 g in 100 g
Approved: 2025/05/07
NDC:84558-008
Coca-Glycerine Control
Manufacturer:Antigen Laboratories, Inc.
Route:INTRADERMAL
Strength:0.525 mL in 1 mL
Approved: 2009/12/08
NDC:49288-0655

Singapore Approved Products

GLYCEROL 2G SUPPOSITORIES FOR CHILDREN
Manufacturer:MARTINDALE PHARMACEUTICALS, Ricesteele Manufacturing Limited
Form:SUPPOSITORY
Strength:1.4 g
Online:Yes
Approved: 1989/05/22
Approval:SIN02823P
MINICA S ENEMA
Manufacturer:Yukinomoto Honten CO., LTD
Form:ENEMA
Strength:12.5% w/w
Online:Yes
Approved: 1989/06/15
Approval:SIN03514P
HUACHI ENEMA
Manufacturer:JEN SHENG PHARMACEUTICAL CO LTD
Form:ENEMA
Strength:6 g/20 ml
Online:Yes
Approved: 1989/05/26
Approval:SIN02959P
LEMON SWEET PURGATIVE SYRUP
Manufacturer:SYARIKAT WEN KEN DRUG SDN BHD
Form:SYRUP
Strength:1.1%
Online:Yes
Approved: 1989/05/09
Approval:SIN02748P
KABIVEN EMULSION FOR INFUSION
Manufacturer:FRESENIUS KABI AB, FRESENIUS KABI AUSTRIA GMBH
Form:INJECTION
Strength:4.3 g/1000 ml
Online:Yes
Approved: 2001/09/04
Approval:SIN11657P

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