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Propylene glycol

propylene glycol

(Science: 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.


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