Dimethicone
Excipient (pharmacologically inactive substance)
What is it?
Dimethicone (also called polymethylsiloxane) is a silicon-based polymer used as a lubricant and conditioning agent. It functions as an anti-foaming agent, skin conditioning agent, occlusive and skin protectant. It is found in many cosmetic and hygiene products like nail polish, conditioners, make-up, sunscreens, deodorants, and shampoo. Examples of products that contain dimethicone include Aveeno Moisturizing Lotion and Johnson's Baby Cream.
[1] [1]Drugs.com. Dimethicone Cream. Accessed March 31, 2014. http://www.drugs.com/cdi/dimethicone-cream.html
[2] [2]Environmental Working Group. Dimethicone. Accessed March 31, 2014. http://www.ewg.org/skindeep/ingredient/702011/DIMETHICONE/
Top Medications with this excipient
- Antara 43 mg ()
- Antara 130 mg ()
- Aspir-Low aspirin 81 mg ()
- Aspirin 81 mg ()
- Aspirin Enteric Coated 325 mg ()
- Atomoxetine Hydrochloride 25 mg ()
- Atorvastatin Calcium 10 mg ()
- Bufferin Low Dose 81 mg ()
- Chlordiazepoxide Hydrochloride 10 mg ()
- Creon 120,000 units amylase / 24,000 units lipase / 76,000 units protease ()
- Ergocalciferol 1.25 mg (50,000 USP units) ()
- Ethosuximide 250 mg ()
- Nizatidine 150 mg ()
- Pamelor 25 mg ()
- Pancreaze 61,000 USP units amylase; 21,000 USP units lipase; 37,000 USP units protease ()
- Strattera 40 mg ()
- Strattera 18 mg ()
- Strattera 100 mg ()
- Symbyax 25 mg / 6 mg ()
- Tetracycline Hydrochloride 500 mg ()
