Excipients in Pharmaceutical Formulations

 Definition of Excipients Excipients are inactive substances formulated alongside the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) of a medication. They serve a variety of roles that are critical to the creation, stability, and functionality of the final pharmaceutical product. While excipients do not exert therapeutic effects themselves, they are essential for the …

Lipids- Definition, Classification, Nature, Role

Lipids constitute diverse organic molecules essential to living cells’ structure and function. They play critical roles in energy storage, insulation, protection, and signaling within biological systems. Lipids are hydrophobic, meaning they are not soluble in water. Classification of LIpids Lipids are broadly classified into several categories: Lipids are a diverse …

Castor Oil-Biological source, Chemical constituents, Uses

Biological Source of Castor Oil Derived from the seeds of the castor bean plant (Ricinus communis), castor oil comes from a tropical perennial shrub belonging to the Euphorbiaceae family. Although native to East Africa, the castor bean plant is now cultivated in various tropical and subtropical regions worldwide for the …

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