Ginseng swallowable tablet formulation for direct compression
Published January 27, 2026
Directly compressible formulation of ginseng oral tablets using StarLac® co-processed lactose starch as filler-binder with disintegrant properties
Objective
Develop a prototype formulation for oral tablets of ginseng demonstrating the desirable flow and tabletability of StarLac® as a filler-binder with disintegrant properties for direct compression process.
Formula
| Ingredient | Functionality of the ingredient | mg/tablet (total weight: 670 mg) | % by weight |
| Ginseng powder | Active ingredient | 67.0 | 10.0 |
| StarLac® co-processed lactose starch | Direct compression filler-binder and disintegrant | 599.7 | 89.5 |
| Magnesium stearate | Lubricant | 3.3 | 0.5 |
Method
1. In a mixer, mix StarLac® co-processed lactose starch with the ginseng powder for 5 minutes.
2. Add the magnesium stearate and mix for 5 minutes more.
3. Compress the powder with a 13 mm diameter concave punch.
Additional comments
Tablet hardness | 131 N |
| Tablet density | 1.364 g/cm3 |
| Tablet thickness | 5.45 mm |
| Tablet mass | 670 mg |
Comment on Roquette product benefits
StarLac® co-processed lactose starch is a filler/binder having strong disintegrant properties. The co-processing offers superior benefit compared to a blend of lactose and starch, which allows you to improve the performance (hardness, friability, disintegration time) of your existing formulation. Specifically designed for direct compression applications, StarLac® is also an excellent filler/binder in dry granulation processes. StarLac® can be used in various oral dosage forms in both pharmaceutical and nutraceutical applications including granules, swallowable tablets, orally dispersible tablets and hard capsules.
StarLac® is EP/USP-NF compliant.
StarLac® is a product co-marketed by Meggle and Roquette. StarLac® is a registered trademark of Meggle AG.
Disclaimer
This formula is a guideline for recommended use of our products; it does not imply consent to their use in violation of existing patent(s).
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