Ethanol

Synonyms

Absolute Alcohol

Alcohol, Absolute

Alcohol, Ethyl

Alcohol, Grain

Ethyl Alcohol

Grain Alcohol

A clear, colorless liquid rapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and distributed throughout the body. It has bactericidal activity and is used often as a topical disinfectant. It is widely used as a solvent and preservative in pharmaceutical preparations as well as serving as the primary ingredient in ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES.