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Excipients Used in Capsule Formulation: Types, Functions & Selection Guide
Capsules may look simple from the outside, but producing a consistent, stable, and effective capsule formulation requires careful selection of ingredients. Along with the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API), excipients used in capsule formulation play an important...
Over-Lubrication in Tablet Manufacturing: Causes, Effects and How to Prevent It
Lubricants are essential in tablet manufacturing. They reduce friction between the powder blend and compression tooling, support smooth tablet ejection, and help prevent problems such as sticking and picking. However, using too much lubricant or blending it for too...
CMC vs MCC: What’s the Difference Between Carboxymethyl Cellulose and Microcrystalline Cellulose?
Cellulose-based ingredients play a vital role in modern food and pharmaceutical formulations. Among the most widely used are Carboxymethyl Cellulose (CMC) and Microcrystalline Cellulose (MCC). Although both are derived from cellulose, they have different chemical...
Why Microcrystalline Cellulose Is Used in Low-Fat Food Products
Consumer demand for healthier food options has grown significantly over the last decade. More people are looking for products with reduced fat content while still expecting the same taste, texture, and overall eating experience. For food manufacturers, meeting these...
Why Direct Compression Tablets Fail: 4 Common Excipient Mistakes
The direct compression of tablets is one of the most preferred manufacturing methods in the pharmaceutical industry. It is fast, cost-effective, and eliminates several processing steps involved in wet granulation. Because of its efficiency, many manufacturers rely on...
Top 5 Reasons for Tablet Weight Variation and How to Fix Them
In pharmaceutical manufacturing, consistency is everything. Every tablet produced must meet strict quality standards to ensure accurate dosage, product reliability, and regulatory compliance. One of the most common challenges faced during tablet production is Tablet...