Glycerin, Mannitol

Glycerin and Mannitol are two medically significant substances, each with distinct properties and applications. Glycerin, also known as glycerol, is a colorless, viscous liquid with a sweet taste. It is widely used as a sweetener, humectant, and solvent in various industries. In medicine, glycerin is often employed as a laxative or in the treatment of minor skin irritations and burns due to its hygroscopic nature.
On the other hand, Mannitol is a sugar alcohol, which is used as a sugar substitute and in the pharmaceutical industry for various purposes. As an osmotic diuretic, Mannitol is utilized to increase urine production, assist in the removal of excess fluid, and alleviate the pressure on blood vessels. This can be beneficial in certain medical conditions such as high intracranial pressure or edema.