Polyethylene Glycol (PEG)
Manufacturing
Polyethylene glycol is a liquid or solid, water-soluble and non-toxic polymer and is used in many applications such as medicine , as an active ingredient carrier in pharmacy , in industrial applications, in cell biological research and in cosmetic products.
Personal Care
Polyethylene Glycol is a synthetic polymer. In personal care products, Polyethylene Glycol functions as a humectant, solvent, emulsifier, skin conditioner, and viscosity modifer. It is often found in shampoos, conditioners, facial cleansers, toothpaste, body washes, and topical medications.
Pharmaceuticals
Polyethylene Glycol is a polymer. It appears as a clear, viscous, and hygroscopic liquid. It is non-toxic, chemically inert, and biocompatible. PEG is commonly used as a solvent in liquid formulations, and it is used as a base in topical products such as ointments, creams, and gels. It plays a role in drug delivery systems, and as a stabilizer in pharmaceuticals.
Drug Formulations
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- Busalfan
Grade
- Industrial
- PEG 200
- PEG 400
- Injectable
- USP-NF
- Ph.Eur
- Solvent
Other Names
- PEG
- Macrogol
- Polyethylene Oxide
- PEO
- E 1521
- Ethylene Glycol Polymer
Form
- Liquid
Abbreviations
- PEG