Carbomer
974P
Carbomer
974P meets the
current edition of the following monographs:
United States Pharmacopeia/National
Formulary (USP/NF) monograph for Carbomer Homopolymer Type B (Note: The
previous USP/NF compendial name for this product was Carbomer 934P.)
European
Pharmacopeia (Ph. Eur.) monograph for Carbomer
Chinese
Pharmacopoeia (PhC.)
monograph for Carbomer B
General Product Characteristic
Appearance: White fluffy powder
Odor: Slightly acetic
Features and Benefits
l
Suspension
and emulsion stabilizer
l
Taste
masking agent
l
Extended-release
agent
l
Thickener/rheology
modifier
l
Bio
adhesion agent
l
Tablet
binder
Recommended Applications
l
Semisolids
& gels
l Solutions
& suspensions
l
Extended-release
oral solid doses
l
Oral
drug delivery
l
Topical
drug delivery
l
Ophthalmic
drug delivery
l
Oral
care
Usage
Levels:
l
Oral
solid dose – extended release: 5-10 wt.%
l
Oral
solid dose – immediate release: 0.5-3 wt.%
l
Oral
solutions & suspensions: 0.2-1 wt.%
l
Topical
0.5-3 wt.%
l Typical recommended dosage at 0.2~1.0 wt.
%
Standard Packing:20kg
cardboard box with PE lining
Storage:In airtight containers, in cool,
dry, and well-ventilated area, protected
from moisture
Recommended Retest Date:2 years after manufacturing date
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