Definition: Silicone polymers which consist of silicon atoms substituted with methyl groups and linked by oxygen atoms. They comprise a series of biocompatible materials used as liquids, gels or solids; as film for artificial membranes, gels for implants, and liquids for drug vehicles; and as antifoaming agents.
organosiloxane polymers; D25-26 qualif
Other names Polydimethylsiloxanes; Dimethylsiloxanes; Dimethylsiloxane; Dimethylpolysiloxane
