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Croscarmellose sodium is used as an excipient in medicines, especially in tablets.
Structure and properties
Croscarmellose sodium is the sodium salt of a partially -carboxymethylated, cross-linked cellulose. It exists as a white to grayish-white, hygroscopic powder that is practically insoluble in water.
Effects
Croscarmellose sodium swells with water.
Indications for use
Croscarmellose sodium is commonly used in tablets as a disintegrant.
