Excipients

Simple Syrup (66.7% sucrose)

1.313

sweetening agent, vehicle for oral liquis

Sorbitol Solution (70%)

1.285

sweetener, humectant

Glycerin

1.25

Humectant, sweetener, solvent, preservatives

Polyethylene Glycol (Peg 400)

1.128

solvent, base for topical and oral liquids

Polysorbate 80 (Tween 80)

1.08

surfactant, emulsifier for oral/ injectable solutions

Propylene Glycol

1.036

solvent, humectant, co-solvent

Purified Water

1.000

universal solvent, vehicle

Castor Oil

0.961

solvent for oil drugs, used for oral/topical forms

Liquid Paraffin (Mineral Oil)

0.84

Emollient, vehicle for oral and topical use

Ethanol (95%)

0.815

Solvent, disinfectant, preservative