Binders are excipients that ensure the structural integrity of tablets and capsules by holding ingredients together. They are essential for maintaining the dosage form's shape and preventing disintegration before administration.
Binders are excipients used in the manufacturing of solid dosage forms, such as tablets and capsules. They function by imparting cohesiveness to the powder mixture, enabling the formation of granules or a compact mass suitable for compression or encapsulation. This ensures the tablet or capsule maintains its structural integrity during manufacturing, packaging, storage, and administration. Without a binder, the ingredients would not hold together properly, leading to crumbling or disintegration before reaching the intended site of action.
Ingredients That Provide This Benefit
Microcrystalline Cellulose
Microcrystalline cellulose (MCC) is a refined derivative of wood pulp, widely utilized in pharmaceut...