Ointment definition

In its strictest definitive form, an ointment is classified as any semi-solid containing fatty material and intended for external application (U.S. Pharmocopeia, USP). In this discussion, ointments will be defined as semisolid anhydrous external preparations. In the nineteenth century, ointments were based on lard, a compounding material, the usefulness of which was severely limited by its tendency to turn rancid. Early in the twentieth century, lard was replaced by petrolatum (white or yellow soft paraffin or petroleum jelly). In present practice, nonmedicated ointments (ointment bases) are used alone, for emollient or lubricating purposes, or in combination with a drug for therapeutic purposes. 

Activity against herpes virus has been found in 4 -[2-nitro-l-(p-tolylthio) ethyljacetanilide (LXII) both in cell cultures and in the skin of rabbits. Extensive tests in baby rabbits showed a very definite advantage of the compound over placebo treatment. The safety of the compound for topical application to man as a 5 per cent suspension in ointment was established. 

Definition End prod, of controlled hydrogenation of palm kernel oil Uses EmollienL vise, control agent, hard fat for foods, cosmetics, pharmaceutical ointments MamdJDistrib. Tennants Distrib. Ltd... 

Definition Mixed triester of giycerin with capryiic, capric and stearic acids Uses Emollient, solvent in cosmetics moisturizer stabilizer emulsifier ointment base for the prep, of nonaq. ointments and creams filler, carrier for gelatin capsules Features Good skin compatibility and resorption chars. 

Definition PEG ether of cetearyl alcohol Formula R(OCH2CH2)nOH, R = blend of cetyl and stearyl radicals, avg. n = 3 Properties HLB 7.3 nonionic Toxicology TSCA listed Uses Emulsifier, superfatting agent, gellant, base for cosmetics, ointments, creams, liq. emulsions, shampoos Trade Name Synonyms Hostacerin T-3 [Clariant/Functional Chems.] Jeecol CS-3 [Jeen Int l. http //www.Jeen.com], Procol CS-3 t[Protameen http //www.protameen.com], Sympatens-ACS/030 [Dr. W. Kolb AG http //www.kolb.ch], Volpo CS3 f[Croda Oleochems.]... 

Definition Extract of the dried leaves of the mulberry, Morus bombysis Uses Botanical, anti-inflammatory in cosmetics ointments, lotions, creams, salves, shampoos, body oils skin whitening agent Mulberry (Morus bombycis) root extract Synonyms Morus bombycis, Morus bombycis root extract Mulberry root extract Definition Extract of the roots of the mulberry, Morus bombycis... 

Synonyms POE (24) monolaurate Definition PEG ester of lauric acid Properties Insol. in water nonionic Toxicology TSCA listed Uses 0/w emulsifier for cosmetics and pharmaceutical creams, lotions and ointments wetting agent, solubilizer for perfumes dispersant plasticizer for hair setting sprays Trade Name Synonyms Crodet L24 t[Croda Chem. Ltd http //www.croda.co.uk]... 

Next to monographs for raw materials the Ph. Eur. contains monographs about the various dosage forms such as capsules, suppositories, tablets, creams and ointments. These monographs also have specific sections including definition, production, tests, storage and labelling. 

Uses Emollient, spreading agent, dispersant, emulsion stabilizer, gloss aid, water repellent for cosmetics and medical ointments Features Self-emulsifying Trade Names Emalex LWS-8 PEG-10 lauryl ether stearate Definition Stearic acid ester of POE lauryl ether... 

ManuWistrib. A E Connock Somerset Cosmetic Co. Varlatl PEG-120 propylene glycol stearate Synonyms POE (120) propylene glycol monostearate Definition PEG ether of propylene glycol stearate Formuia CH3(CH2),6COOCH2CCH,H(OCH CH2) OH, avg. n = 120 Uses Emulsifier in cosmetics vise, ouilder in pharmaceutical ointments ManuWistrib. A E Connock Somerset Cosmetic Co. Varlatl PEG-4 rapeseedamide CAS 85536-23-8... 

Definition Oil expressed from rice bran, Oryza sativa Properties Golden yel. oil misc. with hexane and other fat soivs. negligible sol. in water dens. 0.916-0.921 vapor pressure very low cloud pt. < -7 C acid no. < 2 iodine no. 92-115 sapon. no. 180-190 ref. index 1.470-1.473 Hazardous Decomp. Prods. COjfrom combustion Uses Soap raw material hydrogenated shortening ingred. edible oil in foods and pharmaceuticals skin conditioner, solvent, emollient for cosmetics pharmaceuticals emollient ointment solvent in food-pi, adhesives defoamer in food-contact paper coatings, paper/paperboard for fiber finishing for resin-bonded filters for food contact in food-contact textiles... 

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