| polyoxyl 40 stearate | A mixture of the monostearate and distearate esters of a condensation polymer, H(OCH2CH2)n-OCOC16H32CH3 (n is approximately 40); it is a nonionic surface-active agent used as an emulsifying agent in hydrophilic ointment and other emulsions. (05 Mar 2000) |
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| calcium stearate | Used in the preparation of tablets as a lubricant for tablet machinery and to keep powder mixtures flowing. (05 Mar 2000) |
| magnesium stearate | A compound of magnesium with variable proportions of stearic and palmitic acids; used in the preparation of tablets, as a lubricant, and as an ingredient in some baby powders. (05 Mar 2000) |
| sodium stearate | Stearic acid sodium salt, used as a pharmaceutical adjuvant in ointments, creams, and suppositories. (05 Mar 2000) |
| stearate | <chemistry> A salt of stearic acid; as, ordinary soap consists largely of sodium or potassium stearates. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
| erythromycin stearate | A salt of the macrolide antibiotic, erythromycin. (05 Mar 2000) |
| zinc stearate | A zinc compound with variable proportions of stearic and palmitic acids; a water-repellent, protective agent used in powders and ointments in the treatment of eczema, acne, and other skin diseases. (05 Mar 2000) |