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Excipients
The excipients from Dr. Elbarbry
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Pharmacology
Graduate
09/17/2010

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butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT)
Definition
Antioxidant: Prevent deterioration of product by oxidation
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Lactose
Definition
Diluent: Inert filler to create desired bulk
Term
dibasic calcium phosphate
Definition
Diluent: Inert filler to create desired bulk
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starch
Definition
Diluent: Inert filler to create desired bulk
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Carboxymethylcellulose Na
Definition
Binder: Cause adhesion of powder particles in tablets
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Mag. Stearate
Definition
Lubricant: Reduce friction during compression
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Microcrystalline cellulose (Avicel)
Definition
Disintegrant: Promote disruption of the mass into small particles
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Glycerin
Definition
Humectant: Helps prevents drying of creams (loss of moisture) etc
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Citric acid
Definition
Buffering agent: Provide acidic or alkaline medium for product safety
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ammonia solution
Definition
Buffering agent: Provide acidic or alkaline medium for product safety
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Sodium benzoate
Definition
Preservative: Prevent growth of microorganisms
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FD&C red
Definition
Colorant: Import color
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yellow
Definition
Colorant: Import color
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Menthol
Definition
Flavoring: Import a pleasant flavor & often odor
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peppermint oil
Definition
Flavoring: Import a pleasant flavor & often odor
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