Is Polyethylene Glycol (PEG / Macrogol) halal?
Polyethylene Glycol (PEG / Macrogol) is classified halal for halal use with High confidence. A synthetic polymer used as solvent, laxative, or coating. Synthetic; no known concern.
Solvent / laxative · Confidence: High
Also known as: macrogol, PEG 400, PEG 4000
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What it is
A synthetic polymer used as solvent, laxative, or coating.
Why it's here
Versatile excipient in many formulations.
Why it may matter
Synthetic; no known concern.
Common sources
- Synthetic
Reason codes
syntheticSolventCommon
Evidence & citations1
AuditCommon questions
- Is Polyethylene Glycol (PEG / Macrogol) halal?
- RxHalal currently classifies Polyethylene Glycol (PEG / Macrogol) as HALAL (High confidence). Synthetic; no known concern. This is information only — not a fatwa or medical advice.
- What is Polyethylene Glycol (PEG / Macrogol) used for in medicines?
- A synthetic polymer used as solvent, laxative, or coating. Versatile excipient in many formulations.
- What are common sources of Polyethylene Glycol (PEG / Macrogol)?
- Common sources include: Synthetic. Manufacturers often do not disclose which source is used.
Medicines using this excipient
15 total1 halal14 uncertain0 concern
- MiraLAX Powder (PEG 3350) — Generic· BayerLooks Halal
- Metformin 500 mg Tablet· Teva PharmaceuticalsUncertain
- Advil Liqui-Gels (Ibuprofen 200 mg)· GSK Consumer HealthUncertain
- Zoloft (Sertraline) 50 mg Tablet· PfizerUncertain
- Augmentin (Amoxicillin / Clavulanate) 875/125 mg· GSKUncertain
- Augmentin 625 mg Tablet· GSKUncertain
Seen most often in these conditions
Where this excipient turns up across RxHalal's tracked treatment categories.
- Depression & Anxiety3 of 8 (38%)
- Diabetes (Type 2)3 of 9 (33%)
- Allergies1 of 12 (8%)
- GERD / Acid Reflux1 of 6 (17%)
- Infections (Antibiotics)1 of 10 (10%)
Showing top 5 of 6 matched conditions.