Concept information
Preferred term
Poloxamer
Type
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Definition
- A nonionic polyoxyethylene-polyoxypropylene block co-polymer with the general formula HO(C2H4O)a(-C3H6O)b(C2H4O)aH. It is available in different grades which vary from liquids to solids. It is used as an emulsifying agent, solubilizing agent, surfactant, and wetting agent for antibiotics. Poloxamer is also used in ointment and suppository bases and as a tablet binder or coater. (Martindale The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 31st ed)
Broader concept
Entry terms
- 106392-12-5
- alpha-Hydro-omega-hydroxypoly(oxyethylene)a-poly(oxopropylene)b-poly(oxyethylene)a block copolymer
Allowable Qualifier(s)
- administration & dosage (Qualifier)
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Pharmacological Action(s)
In other languages
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French
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106392-12-5
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alpha-Hydro-omega-hydroxypoly(oxyethylene)a-poly(oxopropylene)b-poly(oxyethylene)a block copolymer
URI
http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-HBKRZ39T-4
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