Products
Some pharmaceuticals, medical devices and food products are commercially available as effervescent powders. However, effervescent tablets or granules are much more commonly used today. Effervescent powders should be stored away from moisture.
Structure and properties
Effervescent powders are powders that usually contain an acid such as citric acid or tartaric acid and a base such as a carbonate or hydrogen carbonate, for example, sodium hydrogen carbonate. In the presence of water, carbon dioxide (CO2). They are dissolved or dispersed in water before ingestion. Reaction using sodium hydrogen carbonate as an example:
- Sodium hydrogen carbonate (NaHCO3) + acid (H+) sodium (Na+) + water (H2O) + carbon dioxide (CO2, gas)
Effects
Effervescent powders are suitable for people who can not or do not want to take solid dosage forms such as tablets or capsules. The release of the active ingredient already occurs in the glass and not only in the stomach.
Areas of application
Effervescent powders are taken, for example, for pain, constipation, magnesium deficiency and stomach burn. Food: Effervescent powders with sugar and flavoring are also offered for children. They can also be made by yourself.
Dosage
According to the professional information. The powder is usually added to a glass of water and waiting for the powder to dissolve or disperse in the water. It is administered perorally.
