Sodium starch glycolate
Description
- Sodium starch glycolate is a pharmaceutical excipient derived from starch. It acts as a superdisintegrant in tablets, rapidly absorbing moisture and swelling upon contact.The texture of sodium starch glycolate is a fine, white to off-white powder. It has a free-flowing and easily dispersible nature, which allows for efficient incorporation into tablet formulations.
Application
- Sodium starch glycolate is a superdisintegrant used in the pharmaceutical industry.
- It promotes faster drug release and absorption in the body.
- It is commonly used in immediate-release tablets, chewable tablets, and orally disintegrating tablets.
- This results in improved bioavailability and therapeutic effectiveness of orally administered medications.
