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Glycerol
How Glycerol works
Glycerol works by drawing water into the intestine through osmosis, which makes the stool soft and easier to pass.
Side Effects
Dehydration
Usage
Glycerol is used in constipation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is glycerol an alcohol, carbohydrate, sugar, vegan, lipid, or amino acid?Glycerol can be classified as an alcohol, carbohydrate, sugar, or vegan but it does not contain lipid, or amino acid
Q. Is glycerol and glycerin the same?Glycerol is the pure chemical product and its commercial product is called glycerin. Glycerin is needed to produce glycerol
Q. Is glycerol polar, conduct electricity, soluble in water or oil, and has hydrogen bonding?Glycerol is polar, conducts electricity, soluble in water and has hydrogen bonding
Q. Does glycerol contain nitrogen?No, glycerol does not contain nitrogen
Q. Does glycerol evaporate and freeze?Glycerol does not evaporate but it can freeze below 18°C
Q. Can you take glycerol with paracetamol?Yes, you can take glycerol with paracetamol.
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