Sorbitol liquid is a sugar alcohol derived from glucose and is commonly used as a sweetener and preservative in many food and beverage products. It has a sweet taste and is often used as a sugar substitute in sugar-free products. Sorbitol liquid is also used in the manufacture of some pharmaceuticals and can be found in toothpaste, mouthwash, and other oral hygiene products. It is also used as a laxative and in some cases as an anticoagulant.