Formulation Guideline
Sugar-free Antacid Chewable Tablets Using PEARLITOL® 200 SD Mannitol
Directly compressible formulation for sugar-free antacid chewable tablets
Formula
|
% (by weight)
|
mg / tablet
|
---|---|---|
PEARLITOL® 200 SD mannitol
|
71.7
|
573.6
|
Aluminium hydroxide
|
20.0
|
160.0
|
Magnesium hydroxide
|
5.0
|
40.0
|
Magnesium stearate
|
2.0
|
16.0
|
Buttermint flavor
|
1.0
|
8.0
|
AEROSIL® R972 silica*
|
0.3
|
2.4
|
Method
- Mix aluminium hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide and silica in the mixer for 5 minutes.
- Add the flavor and PEARLITOL® 200 SD and mix again for 5 minutes.
- Add the magnesium stearate and mix for 5 minutes.
- Compress the powder with 13 mm round flat face punches.
Additional comments
- Tablet weight: 800 mg
- Tablet thickness: 4.40 mmÂ
- Tablet density: 1.373 g/cm3
- Tablet hardness: 80 N
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).Â
These details are for information only and we believe them to be reliable.
*AEROSIL®R972 is registered trademark of EvonikÂ