Lactopharm SD

LactoPharm SD is widely used as filler binders for direct compaction. Spray-dried lactose is a finely milled lactose monohydrate which is suspended in water, and spray-dried to give spherical agglomerates of crystalline lactose monohydrate in a matrix of amorphous lactose.

Synonyms
Lactose, Lactose monohydrate, Lactose monoidratada, Milk sugar, Lactosum
Chemical Formula
C12H22O11-H2O
CAS Number
64044-51-5
INCI name(s)
Lactose

Characteristics

Molar Weight
360,31 g/mol
Density
0,45 – 0,65 g/cm³
Forms
Powder, Solid

Uses and applications

Key applications

  • Medicines
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Stabilizer

Industries