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polyethylene glycol |
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polyethylene glycol (PEG): see glycol glycol (glī`kōl), dihydric alcohol in which the two hydroxyl groups are bonded to different carbon atoms; the general formula for a ..... Click the link for more information. . polyethylene glycol [¦päl·ē′eth·ə‚lēn ′glī‚kȯl] (organic chemistry) Any of a family of colorless, water-soluble liquids with molecular weights from 200 to 6000; soluble also in aromatic hydrocarbons (not aliphatics) and many organic solvents; used to make emulsifying agents and detergents, and as plasticizers, humectants, and water-soluble textile lubricants. 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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| At the time of the physician consultation, the patient was prescribed MiraLax * to help soften the stools. Subjects in the Visicol arms took 4 tablets every 15 minutes with 8 ounces of any non-alcoholic beverage until they completed their randomized dose amount (8 or 12 tablets), and the Miralax subjects were given the recommended dose of 17 grams daily. The comparison with Miralax will be important, because the labeling for Miralax indicates that it may take two to four days to produce a bowel movement. |
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