PLURONICS
\plʊ͡əɹˈɒnɪks], \plʊəɹˈɒnɪks], \p_l_ʊə_ɹ_ˈɒ_n_ɪ_k_s]\
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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, solubilising 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)
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