Products Carmellose is commercially available in the form of eye drops and as an oral spray (e.g., Cellufluid, Glandosane, Optava). Structure and properties Carmellose is the calcium or sodium salt of a partially -carboxymethylated cellulose (carboxymethylcellulose calcium or carboxymethylcellulose sodium). Effects Carmellose (ATC S01XA20) forms an optically clear film on the eye, which approximates natural … Carmellose
Products 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 … Croscarmellose Sodium
Definition and properties Tablets are solid dosage forms containing one or more active pharmaceutical ingredients (exception: placebos). They are intended to be taken by mouth. Tablets may be swallowed unchewed or chewed, dissolved in water or allowed to disintegrate before use, or retained in the oral cavity, depending on the galenic form. The Latin term … Tablets
Products Glucose is found in numerous medicines, medical devices, in dietary supplements, and in countless natural and processed foods (e.g., bread, pasta, candy, potatoes, rice, fruits). As a pure substance, it is available as a pharmacopoeia-grade powder in pharmacies and drugstores. Structure and properties D-glucose (C6H12O6, Mr = 180.16 g/mol) is a carbohydrate belonging to … Glucose
Products Microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) is available as a pure substance in specialized stores. It is included in numerous tablets as an excipient. Structure and properties Microcrystalline cellulose is a purified, partially depolymerized cellulose. It is produced by mineral acid treatment (e.g., hydrochloric acid) from α-cellulose obtained as pulp from plant fibers. Microcrystalline cellulose exists as … Microcrystalline Cellulose
Definition and properties Dispersible tablets are uncoated tablets or film-coated tablets that can be suspended or dissolved in water before ingestion. They are designated by the Pharmacopoeia as “tablets for the preparation of a suspension for ingestion” and “tablets for the preparation of a solution for ingestion.” When dissolved, a homogeneous suspension or solution is … Dispersible Tablets
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
Products Digestive enzymes are commercially available as drugs and dietary supplements, including tablets and capsules. Unlike other therapeutic proteins, they can be ingested and do not need to be injected. They can usually be stored at room temperature. Structure and properties Digestive enzymes are proteins produced by living organisms. They are obtained on the one … Digestive Enzymes
Products Hydroxypropyl cellulose is found in numerous drugs as an excipient, for example in gels and tablets. Structure and properties Hydroxypropyl cellulose is a partially -(2-hydroxypropylated) cellulose. It exists as a white to yellowish-white powder or granules and is hygroscopic when dried. Hydroxypropyl cellulose is soluble in cold water, but practically insoluble in hot water … Hydroxypropylcellulose
Products Hypromellose is commercially available in tear substitutes in the form of eye drops. It is also present in tablets as a pharmaceutical [excipient>]. Structure and properties Hypromellose (methylhydroxypropyl cellulose) is a partially -methylated and -(2-hydroxypropylated) cellulose. It exists as a white, yellowish white or grayish white powder or as granules and is practically insoluble … Hypromellose (Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose)
Linum usitatissimum Flax, flax lentilsThe annual plant flax grows up to 50 cm high, stands out due to its graceful stem with narrow leaves and sky-blue five-petalled flowers. These develop into a capsule containing brown to yellow, shiny seeds. Occurrence: The flax was already cultivated by the Egyptians. Today it is widely planted in cultures … Flax
