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Creams are an O/W (oil in water) emulsion. Creams contain a small amount of oil dispersed in water. Most creams are "vanishing." They do not show once applied and are more cosmetically acceptable to most patients.
Ointments are an W/O (water in oil) emulsion. Ointments are considered semisolid. Examples of bases used in ointments are: OLEAGINOUS or greasy based made from hydrocarbons such as in mineral oil or petroleum jelly. Other examples of W/O emulsions are lanolin or cold cream
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What is different in between ointment and jelly?
ointment is more of a thickish cream whilst jelly is a rubbery substance
What is the difference between Polytopic ointment and Polysporin ointment?
There is no difference in them. Both havebacitracin and polymyxing antibiotics in them.
What is the proper nomenclature of a compound consisting of a cream and an ointment?
When a cream and an ointment are mixed together, the resulting product is typically referred to as a "compound cream ointment." This nomenclature highlights that the product contains both cream and ointment components.
How much is 2 grams of cream ointment?
The weight of 2 grams of cream ointment would be 2 grams. The measurement of grams refers to the mass of the substance, in this case, the cream ointment. It is important to accurately measure the amount of cream ointment to ensure proper dosage and application for medical or skincare purposes.
What is the synonym for medicinal cream?
A medical cream is called an ointment.
What is Vic ointment?
Vic ointment may refer to the ointment Vicks VapoRub. VapoRub is a cream that can help you with your congestion when you have a cold.
Why sodium fusidate in ointment not in cream?
cream base is acidic that can interact with sodium salt
What is the difference between glace and butter cream?
the spelling
Can you put neosporin on your birds sores?
Yes. The cream, NOT the ointment.
What else can you use for dry skin?
# Cream # Ointment # Lotion
Is desonide a proctosedyl ointment?
can i use desonide cream for hemorohides
What is Terrasil cream?
It is skin ointment that removes gential warts.
