Question 1

is glycerol an antimicrobial? does glycerol have antimicrobial properties?

Accepted Answer

NO: Glycerol is a osmotic dehydrating agent.

Question 2

how often can i give my 6 month old infant glycerol? she's over 8kgs and hasn't had a proper bm in a few days i gave her glycerol yesterday

Accepted Answer

Constipation?: I'm assuming that you mean glycerin suppositories for constipation.  Every once in a while these are ok to give.  If you are giving one every few days you should try and figure out how to relieve the constipation.  Likely you have started some solids by now.  Consider giving a small amount of undiluted fruit juice 2-4 oz or a smushed up fresh fruit. Just stay away from bananas.

Question 3

why isn't glycerol used any more to treat pseudotumour cerebri?

Accepted Answer

Poor outcome: Glycerol as a treatment for IIH was abandoned in the mid to late 1960s or early 70s simply because outcomes were poor due to the limits that the body places on losing fluid from the brain no matter how much glycerol one drank.

Question 4

what is the effectiveness of glycerol in treating pseudotumour cerebri?

Accepted Answer

Not effective: Go with: Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors (Topamax, Zonegran, Diamox) and diuretics (second line). Serial taps, optic nerve fenestration and shunting. Correction of low thyroid, iron deficiency and Vitamin A issues (too high or too low. Weight loss.

Question 5

how effective is glycerol in treating benign intercranial hypertension?

Accepted Answer

Complicated question: It would be better to consult your doctor because of seriousness of your disease.

Question 6

does the supplement glycerol hydromax when taking for weightlifting pull water into muscle cells making them appear fuller and bigger?

Accepted Answer

Glycerol is converte: Glycerol is converted in the body to glucose, which muscles could use to produce a substance called pyruvic acid.  Pyruvic acid supplies energy during exercise.  Glycerol Hydromax is a highly potent stable form of glycerol. Evidence suggests that glycerol could promote hyperhydration during exercise activities, improve exercise tolerance and endurance.

Question 7

is smoking additive free cigarettes like american spirit less harmful then cigarettes that contain ammonia, glycerol, sugar, flavors and other stuff?

Accepted Answer

No difference: It is a proven fact that effects of smoking are serious. It can harm nearly every organ of the body. It causes nearly one of every five deaths in the United States each year. Regardless of the brand, flavor or additives tobacco smoke contains more than 7, 000 chemicals. Approximately 70 of them are known to cause cancer. Rec.: ask your pcp for smoking cessation program.

Question 8

does the success rate of microvascular decompression surgery go down if it is preceded by percutaneous procedures like as radio frequency rhizotomy, glycerol injection or balloon compression?

Accepted Answer

No: The surgery isn't compromised by that it just means other therapies didn't work.

Question 9

im on finasteride for hair loss. would it be ok to use 3g of glycerol hydromax for bodybuilding without interaction with finasteride? thanks

Accepted Answer

Yes: Finasteride works by inhibiting the enzyme 5-alpha reductase which blocks the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT) and reduces DHT levels in scalp by ~60-70% which promotes hair growth. Glycerol Hydromax is a supplement that reportedly both increases hydration and provides a source of glucose, thereby enhancing physical performance and stamina. No interactions between the two.

Question 10

week ago i took 18 tablets of d3, each containing 1000iu. the supplement is a small gelatine tablet that also contains glycerol. my calcium, d3 levels are normal, but i feel lightheaded, i had arrythmia and muscle tremors. can it be due to glycerol?

Accepted Answer

: If labeling is accurate, and you truly took only vitamin D-3 and glycerol, this would not cause any of your symptoms.  Contact your doctor and have this fully evaluated, especially the arrhythmia and tremors.

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A member asked:

Is glycerol an antimicrobial? does glycerol have antimicrobial properties?

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How often can i give my 6 month old infant glycerol? she's over 8kgs and hasn't had a proper bm in a few days i gave her glycerol yesterday

A member asked:

Why isn't glycerol used any more to treat pseudotumour cerebri?

A member asked:

What is the effectiveness of glycerol in treating pseudotumour cerebri?

A member asked:

How effective is glycerol in treating benign intercranial hypertension?

A member asked:

Does the supplement glycerol hydromax when taking for weightlifting pull water into muscle cells making them appear fuller and bigger?

A member asked:

Is smoking additive free cigarettes like american spirit less harmful then cigarettes that contain ammonia, glycerol, sugar, flavors and other stuff?

A member asked:

Does the success rate of microvascular decompression surgery go down if it is preceded by percutaneous procedures like as radio frequency rhizotomy, glycerol injection or balloon compression?

A member asked:

Im on finasteride for hair loss. would it be ok to use 3g of glycerol hydromax for bodybuilding without interaction with finasteride? thanks

A member asked:

Week ago i took 18 tablets of d3, each containing 1000iu. the supplement is a small gelatine tablet that also contains glycerol. my calcium, d3 levels are normal, but i feel lightheaded, i had arrythmia and muscle tremors. can it be due to glycerol?

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