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
- 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
- Associated Therapies
- Bowel preparation therapy, Topical Antisepsis, Skin protection
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