Each milliliter contains 0.9% benzyl alcohol , which functions as a preservative to inhibit bacterial growth and support safe multi-use handling in research settings
This hypothetical adverse effect, although not clinically reported until now, is analogous to the hypothalamic-pituitary axis suppression seen with long-term use of systemic corticosteroids Exacerbation of Helicobacter pylori associated peptic ulcers: Helicobacter pylori is known to feed on macrophages and neutrophils abundant at the site of inflammation caused by the ulcer
Yang Z, Cao J, Yu C, Yang Q, Zhang Y, Han L
The 100mg fill suits extended dermal and wound-healing series, and topical work in particular consumes more material per experiment than injectable protocols of comparable length
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Therefore, all the scientific information on its effects is only available from animal and in vitro studies