Propylene glycol, also called propane-1,2-diol or propane-1,2-diol, is an organic compound with the chemical formula C3H8O2. It is a viscous colourless liquid which is nearly odourless but possesses a faintly sweet taste. Chemically it is classed as a diol and is miscible with a broad range of solvents, including water, acetone, and chloroform. It...
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used in the aid and treatment of ketosis.
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(from the article `glycol`) Propylene glycol, also called 1,2-propanediol, resembles ethylene glycol in its physical properties. Unlike ethylene glycol, however, propylene ... Imitation, artificial extracts, essences, and flavours are prepared by bringing into solution with alcohol, glycerol, or propylene glycol various ... [2 relate...
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Reported to have severe adverse health effects, including contact dermatitis, allergies, and kidney and liver damage. Used widely in cosmetics, personal-care products, and baby products (wipes and lotions).
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<chemical> A clear, colourless, viscous liquid used as a humectant and solvent in pharmaceutical preparations. ... Derivative of propylene glycol (1,2-propanediol). They are used as humectants and solvents in pharmaceutical preparations. ... Pharmacological action: cryoprotective agents, solvents, vehicles. ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
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(pro´pĭ-lēn gli´kol) a clear viscous liquid used as a moistening agent and solvent in pharmaceutical preparations.
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Type: Term Definitions: 1. a solvent for several water-insoluble drugs intended for parenteral administration; an ingredient of hydrophilic ointment; a viscous organic solvent frequently used in pharmaceutical preparations to dissolve drug substances with limited aqueous solubility; used in part for preparing injectable solutions of diazepam, pheny...
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Propylene glycol is a colourless viscous hydroscopic sweet-tasting compound used as an antifreeze and brake fluid, and in some cosmetics. It is also known as 1,2-dihydroxypropane.
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(PG) Can cause eye irritation and conjunctivitis, as well as upper respiratory tract irritation.
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n] - a sweet colorless, viscous, hygroscopic liquid used as an antifreeze and in brake fluid and also as a humectant in cosmetics and personal care items although it can be absorbed through the skin with harmful effects
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propanediol noun a sweet colorless, viscous, hygroscopic liquid used as an antifreeze and in brake fluid and also as a humectant in cosmetics and personal care items although it can be absorbed through the skin with harmful effects
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Works as a humectant, moisture carrier, derived from petroleum. In industry it is used in antifreeze and hydraulic brake fluid. A strong skin irritant and thought to cause liver abnormalities and kidney damage. Also see mineral oil.
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a colorless, viscous, hygroscopic liquid, CHO, used chiefly as a lubricant, as an antifreeze, as a heat transfer fluid, and as a solvent for fats, oils, waxes, and resins.
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