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Medical Definition of Magnesium stearate
1. A compound of magnesium with variable proportions of stearic and palmitic acids; used in the preparation of tablets, as a lubricant, and as an ingredient in some baby powders. (05 Mar 2000)
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1. A compound of magnesium with variable proportions of stearic and palmitic acids; used in the preparation of tablets, as a lubricant, and as an ingredient in some baby powders. (05 Mar 2000)