Auxiliary Materials

Definition On the one hand, drugs contain the active ingredients that mediate the pharmacological effects. On the other hand, they consist of excipients, which are used for the production or to support and regulate the drug effect. Placebos, which consist only of excipients and contain no active ingredients, are an exception. Excipients can be of … Auxiliary Materials

Enteric-Coated Tablets

Products Several drugs are commercially available as enteric-coated tablets. Listed below are active ingredients that are administered with this dosage form: Proton pump inhibitors such as pantoprazole and esomeprazole. Some painkillers, e.g., NSAIDs such as diclofenac Digestive enzymes: pancreatin Laxative: bisacodyl Salicylates: mesalazine, acetylsalicylic acid 100 mg. Structure and properties Enteric coated tablets belong to … Enteric-Coated Tablets

Cellulose Acetate Phthalate

Produte Cellulose acetate phthalate is used as an excipient in medicines, for example in tablets and capsules. Structure and properties Cellulose acetate phthalate is a partially -acetylated and -phthalylated cellulose. It exists as a white, free-flowing and hygroscopic powder or as colorless flakes and is practically insoluble in water. Effects The effects are due to … Cellulose Acetate Phthalate