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)
Products Potato starch is used as an excipient in medicines, especially in tablets. It is also known as potato flour. Structure and properties Potato starch is obtained from the tubers of the potato L.. It exists as a very fine, white powder that crunches between the fingers when rubbed. Potato starch is practically insoluble in … Potato Starch
Products Chlorobutanol is used as an excipient in pharmaceuticals. Structure and properties Chlorobutanol (C4H7Cl3O, Mr = 177.5 g/mol) exists as a white, crystalline and easily sublimable powder or as colorless crystals and is sparingly soluble in water. The pharmacopoeia defines anhydrous chlorobutanol and chlorobutanol hemihydrate (- 0.5 H2O). Effects Chlorobutanol (ATC A04AD04) has antibacterial, antifungal, … Chlorobutanol
Products Phenoxyethanol is used as an excipient mainly in semi-solid medicines, for example in creams and lotions. Structure and properties Phenoxyethanol (C8H10O2, Mr = 138.2 g/mol) exists as a colorless, weakly viscous liquid with a slightly aromatic odor of roses and is sparingly soluble in water. It is an aromatic ether and a primary alcohol. … Phenoxyethanol
Products Lactobacilli are commercially available in the form of capsules, powders, liquids, vaginal tablets and creams, among others. They are pharmaceuticals, dietary supplements, medical devices and cosmetics. Foods such as yogurts and other dairy products also contain lactobacilli. Structure and properties Lactobacilli are Gram-positive, usually rod-shaped, non-spore-forming, and facultatively anaerobic bacteria that belong to the … Lactobacilli
Products Simeticon (simethicone) is commercially available in the form of chewable tablets, as capsules, and as a solution. It has been registered in many countries since 1964. Since the effect is purely physical, medical products are also approved. Structure and properties Simeticone is obtained by incorporating 4 to 7 percent silica into polydimethylsiloxane with a … Simeticon
Structure and properties Corn starch is mainly used as a pharmaceutical excipient in many tablets and in capsules. It is also used for food products. Structure and properties Corn starch is a starch extracted from the endosperm of the kernels of corn belonging to the Poaceae family. It exists as a dull, white to slightly … Cornstarch
Products Sucrose (sugar) is available as a pure substance in supermarkets. Countless foods contain added sucrose or related sugars. While this is obvious in some, for example, sweets such as gummy bears, chocolate cake, or jam, “hidden sugar” is present in numerous processed foods. For many consumers, it is not easy to understand why meat, … Sucrose (Sugar)
