Molecules Around Me
Category: Healthcare and medicinal products
Product Information:
Name: Zyrtec Tablets
Description: Medication for allergy symptoms.
Ingredients: Active - Cetirizine HCl 10 mg. Inactive Colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium,
hypromellose, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline
cellulose, polyethylene glycol, titanium dioxide
Compound Information:
Compound 1 – Cetirizine HCL (active ingredient)
Molecular Formula: C21H26Cl2N2O3 + HCl
Organic
Summary: Cetirizine hydrochloride is an antihistamine in the form of a white
crystalline powder that is typically used as a respitatory stimulant. Its most
common side effect is drowsiness, and the consumption of alcohol can increase its
side effects.
Compound 2 – Lactose monohydrate
Molecular Formula: C12H22O11
Organic
Summary: Lactose monohydrate is a natural sugar found in dairy that is
used to help form tablets. It will have no side effects in most people but
will cause gas, bloating, and loose stools or diarrhea for those who are lactose
intolerant.
Compound 3 - croscarmellose sodium
Molecular Formula: C12H10Ca3O14.4H2O
Organic
Summary: Croscarmellose sodium is a disintegrant
appearing as a white powder that helps dissolves the
tablet once it is taken orally.
Compound 4 – magnesium stearate
Molecular Formula: Mg (C18H35O2)2
Organic
Summary: Magnesium stearate, also
known as magnesium salt, is a white
substance that is solid at room
temperature. It used as an antiadherent in pills to keep them from sticking to the machinery. It delays the
absorption of the nutrients in the tablet and can cause liver toxicity if taken in large
doses.
Compound 5 – titanium dioxide
Molecular Formula: TiO2
Inorganic
Summary: Studies have shown that titanium
dioxide might have the potential to cause cancer.
Category: Personal hygiene and cleaning products
Product Information:
Name: The Body Shop Coconut Body Butter
Description: The purpose of this coconut scented body cream is to moisturize the
skin and leave it feeling soft and smooth for up to 24 hours. It is 100% vegetarian
and has never been tested on animals.
Ingredients: Water, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter), Cyclomethicone,
Glycerin, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Butter, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed
Oil, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cocos Nucifera
(Coconut) Oil, Bertholletia Excelsa (Brazil) Nut Oil, Dimethicone, Lanolin
Alcohol, Trihydroxystearin, Myristamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride
Phosphate, Fragrance, p-Anisic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA, Sodium
Hydroxide, Benzyl Benzoate, Coumarin, Butylphenyl Methylpropional, Caramel
Compound Information:
Compound 1 – cyclomethicone
Molecular Formula: C10H30O5Si5
Organic
Summary: Cyclomethicone is an odorless silicon
liquid that is used as a base for mixing fragrance oils. It
does not have any moisturizing properties because its
molecule are too big to go into the skin.
Compound 2 – glyceryl stearate
Molecular Formula: C21H42O4
Organic
Summary: Glyceryl stearate is a wax-like solid that acts as a lubricant on the skin
and helps slow down the loss of moisture. It is a mild irritant that may cause
allergic reactions.
Compound 3 – dimethicone
Molecular Formula: (C2H6OSi)n
Organic
Summary: Dimethicone is an emollient
that locks in moisture in the skin by
forming an oily layer on top of it. It may
cause an allergic reaction in some people, but it is rarely a serious one.
Compound 4 - sodium hydroxide
Molecular Formula: NaOH
Inorganic
Summary: Sodium hydroxide is used to control
the pH levels. It is FDA approved, but studies
show that it can be harmful to the nervous
system.
Compound 5 – coumarin
Molecular Formula: C9H6O2
Organic
Summary: Coumarin can be found naturally in plants and
a sweet odor. Consumption of this is potentially toxic to
liver and kidney and so it is highly restricted in food.
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Category: Food and nutritional supplements
Product Information:
Name: Jungamals
Description: Dietary supplement that will help the growth
and development of kids.
Ingredients: Vitamin A, Beta Carotene, Vitamin C, Vitamin D3, Vitamin E,
Thiamin, Riboflavin, Nicotinamide, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Biotin, Pantothenic
Acid, Calcium, Iron, Iodine, Magnesium, Selenium, Manganese, Chromium,
Copper, Zinc, Molybdenum & Folate (Folic Acid)
Compound Information:
Compound 1 – biotin
Molecular Formula: C10H16N2O3S
Organic
Summary: Biotin is a type of vitamin B that is present in many foods. Most people
take this vitamin in hopes of faster hair growth and healthier skin and nails.
Compound 2 – thiamin
Molecular Formula - C12H17ClN4OS
Organic
Summary: Some people use this vitamin to increase
their energy level or maintain a positive attitude.
Compound 3 – pantothenic acid
Molecular Formula: C9H17NO5
Organic
Summary: Pantothenic acid is used for many things, such as enhancing the immune
system, depression, and insomnia.
Compound 4 – nicotinamide
Molecular Formula: C6H6N2O
Organic
Summary: It is a water-soluble vitamin B that helps with skin conditions.
Compound 5 – riboflavin
Molecular Formula: C17H20N4O6
Organic
Summary: Riboflavin is a vitamin B that helps convert
carbohydrates into glucose for energy.
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