Pharmaceutic adjuvant
Pharmaceutic Adjuvant
Pharmaceutic adjuvant (pronunciation: /fɑːrməˈsjuːtɪk ædʒʊvənt/) is a substance that is added to a pharmaceutical product to enhance its performance. The term is derived from the Latin word adjuvare, which means "to help".
Definition
A pharmaceutic adjuvant is a non-active ingredient in a drug that helps to improve its delivery and effectiveness. It can enhance the drug's solubility, stability, absorption, or bioavailability. Adjuvants can also be used to modify the drug's release rate, improve its taste or appearance, or reduce its side effects.
Types of Pharmaceutic Adjuvants
There are several types of pharmaceutic adjuvants, including:
- Excipients: These are substances that are added to a drug to improve its physical properties, such as its taste, color, or shelf life.
- Surfactants: These are substances that reduce the surface tension of a liquid, allowing it to spread more easily. In pharmaceuticals, surfactants can improve the absorption of a drug.
- Stabilizers: These are substances that help to maintain the stability of a drug, preventing it from degrading or reacting with other substances.
- Preservatives: These are substances that prevent the growth of bacteria or fungi in a drug, extending its shelf life.
Usage
Pharmaceutic adjuvants are used in a wide range of pharmaceutical products, including tablets, capsules, injections, and topical medications. They are an essential component of modern drug formulation and play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and effectiveness of pharmaceutical products.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pharmaceutic adjuvant
- Wikipedia's article - Pharmaceutic adjuvant
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