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methylcellulose [′meth·əl′sel·yə‚lōs] (organic chemistry) A grayish-white powder derived from cellulose; swells in water to a colloidal solution; soluble in glacial acetic acid; used in water-based paints and ceramic glazes, for leather tanning, and as a thickening and sizing agent, adhesive, and food additive. Also known as cellulose methyl ether. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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BULK-FORMERS (like Metamucil, Citrucel, Konsyl, and Serutan) absorb water in the intestine and make the stool softer. Pastore has worked on many leading products, including Tylenol, Citrucel, Seldane and Methylcellulose is another soluble fiber, now available in laxatives like Citrucel. |
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