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Welcome to the Thickeners, Stabilizers & Gums section of SBS Philippines Corporation’s Pharmaceutical page. Here, we offer a range of high-quality thickeners, stabilizers, and gums essential for various pharmaceutical applications. Our products cater to the specific needs of formulators and manufacturers, ensuring superior results in drug formulation, nutritional supplements, and therapeutic products. Trust SBS Philippines Corporation for innovative solutions that meet the highest industry standards.
It is mainly used as a binder and coating agent in the production of tablets and capsules. Arabic gum also provides film-forming and suspending properties.
Agar is used as a solidifying agent in the production of culture media for microbial growth, which is essential in the pharmaceutical industry for the cultivation and testing of various microorganisms.
It is commonly used as a stabilizer, thickener, and emulsifier in the production of pharmaceutical products such as syrups, tablets, and capsules. Acacia gum also acts as a suspending agent for insoluble drugs.
Corn starch is commonly used as a filler, diluent, and binder in the production of tablets and capsules. It also acts as a disintegrant, helping the tablets to break down and release the active ingredient upon ingestion.
Carrageenan is used as a gelling and stabilizing agent in the production of pharmaceutical products like suspensions, gels, and creams. It helps in providing the desired rheological properties and texture.
It is used as a thickening agent, stabilizer, and binder in the production of pharmaceutical products such as creams, ointments, and suspensions. Carboxymethyl cellulose also enhances the viscosity and stability of liquid formulations.
This chemical is used as a gel-forming agent and wound dressing material in the pharmaceutical industry. It helps in wound healing and provides a moist environment for faster recovery.
Dextrine is used as a binder and diluent in the production of tablets and capsules. It helps in maintaining the integrity and structural strength of the dosage forms.
Guar gum is used as a thickening and stabilizing agent in pharmaceutical formulations. It provides viscosity and enhances the texture of the products. It is commonly used in tablets, suspensions, and emulsions.
Gellan gum is used as a gelling and stabilizing agent in various pharmaceutical products like suspensions, jellies, and oral liquid formulations. It provides the desired texture and stability to the formulations.
Gelatine is widely used as a coating agent, gelling agent, and capsule material in the pharmaceutical industry. It helps in the encapsulation of drugs and provides a smooth and easily digestible coating for tablets.
HPMC is a versatile excipient used in the pharmaceutical industry. It can act as a binder, film-former, viscosity enhancer, and sustained-release agent. It is commonly used in tablet coatings, controlled-release formulations, and ophthalmic preparations.
Locust bean gum is often used as a thickening agent and stabilizer in pharmaceutical products. It improves the stability and texture of creams, gels, and suspensions.
Microcrystalline cellulose is widely used as a filler and binder in tablets and capsules. It provides compressibility, improves flow properties, and helps in the disintegration of the dosage forms.
Potato starch is utilized as a filler and binder in the pharmaceutical industry. It improves the mechanical strength of tablets and acts as a disintegrant, allowing the tablet to break down rapidly.
Polydextrose is a low-calorie bulking agent often used in the production of sugar-free and reduced-calorie pharmaceutical products. It can act as a soluble fiber, providing texture and mouthfeel to oral preparations.
Sodium Alginate, a naturally occurring anionic polysaccharide derived from brown seaweed, plays a crucial role in the pharmaceutical industry. Its biocompatibility, biodegradability, and non-toxicity make it highly valuable. In drug delivery systems, Sodium Alginate forms hydrogels that encapsulate drugs, allowing for controlled and sustained release. This property benefits the creation of oral medications and localized drug delivery systems. Additionally, its mucoadhesive properties make it an excellent choice for wound dressings, as it adheres to moist tissues and promotes healing. Its ability to form gels under mild conditions also makes it suitable for tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. SBS Philippines Corporation offers this versatile chemical raw material, ensuring easy access for pharmaceutical applications.
Tragacanth gum is a plant-derived gum used as a binder, stabilizer, and emulsifier in pharmaceutical products. It is commonly used in ointments, creams, and oral suspensions.
Tapioca starch is a common filler and binder in the pharmaceutical industry. It improves tablet hardness and helps in their disintegration. It is also used in controlled-release formulations.
Tannic acid is often used in pharmaceutical products for its astringent and antimicrobial properties. It is utilized in oral rinses, antiseptic creams, and ointments.
Xanthan gum is a widely used natural thickening and stabilizing agent in pharmaceutical formulations. It improves the viscosity and stability of suspensions, emulsions, and gels. It is also used in controlled-release systems and ophthalmic preparations.
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