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glycerol + paracetamol

Development stage
Unknown
Modality
Small Molecules
Administration
Oral, Rectal, Intravenous
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Overview

This is a combination drug containing two active ingredients: **glycerol** (also known as glycerin) and **paracetamol** (also known as acetaminophen). Glycerol is an osmotic laxative and humectant used to relieve constipation by drawing water into the intestines, softening stools, and facilitating bowel movements. Paracetamol is an analgesic and antipyretic agent widely used for the relief of mild to moderate pain and fever. The mechanism of action for paracetamol involves inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis in the central nervous system (CNS), leading to reduced pain perception and fever; its exact mechanism remains not fully elucidated but includes central effects on the hypothalamus for antipyresis. Combination products may be formulated for specific indications such as symptomatic relief where both stool softening/laxative effect and analgesia/antipyresis are desired[6][8][9].

Other names
glycerin + paracetamolglycerin + acetaminophenglycerol + acetaminophen
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Targets

CNR1 (Cannabinoid receptor 1)PGHS-1 (Prostaglandin G/H Synthase 1)TRPV1 (Transient receptor potential cation channel subfamily V member 1)PTGS2 (Prostaglandin-Endoperoxide Synthase 2)DAGLA (Diacylglycerol lipase alpha)

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