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Is Dimethicone halal?

Dimethicone is classified halal for halal use with High confidence. A silicone polymer used as a skin protectant and antifoaming agent. Synthetic silicone; halal.

Excipient (silicone) · Confidence: High

Also known as: polydimethylsiloxane, PDMS, simethicone (related)

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What it is

A silicone polymer used as a skin protectant and antifoaming agent.

Source:FDA IIG — Dimethicone

Why it's here

Topical creams, OTC barrier products, antiflatulent suspensions.

See:FDA IIG — Dimethicone

Why it may matter

Synthetic silicone; halal.

Source:FDA IIG — Dimethicone

Common sources
  • Synthetic

Reason codes

syntheticOrigin

Evidence & citations1

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Common questions

Is Dimethicone halal?
RxHalal currently classifies Dimethicone as HALAL (High confidence). Synthetic silicone; halal. This is information only — not a fatwa or medical advice.
What is Dimethicone used for in medicines?
A silicone polymer used as a skin protectant and antifoaming agent. Topical creams, OTC barrier products, antiflatulent suspensions.
What are common sources of Dimethicone?
Common sources include: Synthetic. Manufacturers often do not disclose which source is used.

Medicines using this excipient

1 total0 halal1 uncertain0 concern

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Where this excipient turns up across RxHalal's tracked treatment categories.