| Bioactivity | PEG500 (Polyethylene glycol 500) is a multifunctional polymer used as a solvent, dispersant, lubricant, etc. in industries including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and other industries. PEG500 is often used as a solvent or carrier for drugs, which can assist capsule endoscopy to improve image quality and cecal completion rate[1]. |
| Name | PEG500 |
| CAS | 25322-68-3 |
| Formula | (C2H4O)nH2O |
| Molar Mass | 500.00 |
| Appearance | 固液混合物 |
| Transport | Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. |
| Storage | 4°C, protect from light *In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (protect from light) |
| Reference | [1]. Endo H, et al. Ingesting 500 ml of polyethylene glycol solution during capsule endoscopy improves the image quality and completion rate to the cecum. Dig Dis Sci. 2008 Dec;53(12):3201-5. |