Pharmacologic Substance
lanolin
lan·o·lin [ lan-l-in ]
Brand Names:
A+D Original; Akwa Tears; Calmoseptine; Corona Multi-Purpose; Dr. Smith's Rash and Skin; Dr. Smith's Rash-n-All; Lanashield; Lansinoh; Lantiseptic; Supraderm
More Information:
Definitions related to lanolin:
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A yellow fat obtained from sheep's wool. It is used as an emollient, cosmetic, and pharmaceutic aid.NLM Medical Subject HeadingsU.S. National Library of Medicine, 2021
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An oily substance taken from sheep's wool. Lanolin is used in moisturizing creams and lotions to treat dry, itchy skin.NCI Dictionary of Cancer TermsU.S. National Cancer Institute, 2021
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