Poloxamine is a synthetic polymer with many applications in the medical and pharmaceutical industries. It is used as a surfactant, emulsifier, and stabilizer in many medications and drug formulations. Synonyms for poloxamine include Pluronic, Tetronic, and Poloxamer. These terms refer to similar compounds that differ in their molecular weight and structure. Pluronic and Tetronic are brand names for poloxamine products produced by BASF, while Poloxamer is a generic term used to describe the compound. Other synonyms for poloxamine include block copolymers and amphiphilic polymers. Despite having different names, all of these compounds share similar properties and are widely used in the healthcare industry.