scholarly journals Compaction behaviour of mannitol-cocoa powder mixtures and their resulting tablet strength and disintegration characteristics

Food Research ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (S1) ◽  
pp. 182-187
Author(s):  
A.K. Mukri ◽  
J.H. Tan ◽  
S.M. Tahir ◽  
M.S. Anuar ◽  
S.M. Yusoff
Keyword(s):  
Tensile Strength ◽  
Plastic Work ◽  
Compaction Process ◽  
Disintegration Time ◽  
Cocoa Powder ◽  
Tablet Strength ◽  
Tablet Disintegration ◽  
Die Compaction ◽  
Ejection Pressure ◽  
Compaction Behaviour

Cocoa powder is an important ingredient in the confectionery industry and, mannitol is an alternative sugar alcohol. In this work, mannitol powder was mixed with cocoa powder and compacted into tablet form via the uniaxial die compaction process. The frictional, compaction, tablet mechanical and disintegration properties were studied due to their importance in characterizing the behaviour of the tablets during processing and its final product characteristics at varying mannitol contents. The composition of mannitol in the mannitol-cocoa tablet varied at 95% w/w, 50% w/w and 5% w/w, while pure 100% w/w mannitol and cocoa tablets were set as controls. The compaction pressures used in making the tablets varied at 37.67 MPa, 75.34 MPa, 113.01 MPa, 150.68 MPa and 188.35 MPa. The compaction behaviour of the powder during the compaction process was evaluated using the plastic work and the maximum ejection stress values. The tablet strength was determined using the tensile strength method and tablet disintegration study was also conducted. The results showed that the increase in the compaction pressures increased the plastic work, maximum ejection pressure, tablet strength and also its disintegration time. The tablet formed having 95% w/w mannitol composition exhibited the highest plastic work value of 10.32±0.01 J, highest maximum ejection pressure value of 4.4±0.06 MPa, highest tensile strength value of 1.06±0.04 MPa and shortest disintegration time of 171±51 s amongst the three different mannitol compositions studied. Meanwhile, the effects of mannitol composition in the tablet on these observed responses were also dependent upon the compaction pressures used during tablet formation. In conclusion, the addition of mannitol improved the tablet strength and shorten the disintegration time in the experimental range employed in this study.

Analysis of Densification Process and Structure of PM Al-Mg-Si-Cu-Fe and Al-Zn-Mg-Cu-Sn Alloys

2014 ◽  
Vol 59 (1) ◽  
pp. 17-23 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. Bidulský ◽  
J. Bidulská ◽  
M. Actis Grande
Keyword(s):  
Test Specimen ◽  
Hardened Steel ◽  
Pressing Pressure ◽  
Metal Powders ◽  
Compaction Process ◽  
Cylinder Test ◽  
Die Compaction ◽  
Uniaxial Compaction ◽  
Compaction Behaviour

Abstract The paper is focused on the role of the pressing pressure on the densification behaviour of PM aluminium alloys. Commercially aluminium based powders Al-Mg-Si-Cu-Fe and Al-Zn-Mg-Cu-Sn were used as materials to be investigated. The apparent density of the powder mixes was determined according to MPIF St. 04. A set of cylinder test specimen 55x10x10 mm3 was uniaxially pressed in a floating hardened steel die. Compaction pressures ranged from 50 MPa up to 700 MPa. Considering the densification of metal powders in uniaxial compaction, quantification of aluminium compaction behaviour was performed. The compressibility behaviour was evaluated, considering the effect on specimens, as well as on their microstructure. The development of compressibility values with pressing pressure enables to characterize the effect of particles geometry and matrix plasticity on the compaction process.

scholarly journals Compaction behaviour and mechanical characteristics of chewable binary tablet mixture containing lactose (Flowlac 100) and date (Phoenix dactylifera) powders

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 3385-3391
Author(s):  
Fara Wahida Ahmad Hamidi ◽  
Mohd Shamsul Anuar ◽  
Azhari Samsu Baharuddin ◽  
Mohd Afandi P. Mohamed ◽  
Mohd Nazli Naim ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Tensile Strength ◽  
Applied Pressure ◽  
Phoenix Dactylifera ◽  
Food Supplement ◽  
Plastic Work ◽  
The Other ◽  
Chewable Tablet ◽  
Strength Limit ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Compaction Behaviour

This study aimed to develop a formulation for a chewable tablet using date powder (DP) and Flowlac 100 utilizing a direct compression method. The powders were compacted as single and binary mixtures at five different formulations (DPL1, DPL2, DPL3, DPL4 and DPL5) to study their compaction behaviour. Stressor ranging from 15 to 74 MPa in a cylindrical die with flat face punches were introduced during the fabrication process, and the mechanical properties (plastic work, flexible work and tensile strength) of formed tablets were investigated. Findings of this study demonstrated that with a high percentage of DP in the formulation resulted in a high reading of plastic work, while a low amount of DP revealed low elastic work. Tensile strength of the tablet, on the other hand, varies with the percentage of DP present and applied pressure used. Formulation with 60% DP (DPL4) displayed the highest tensile strength compared to the other formulations, and it is coherent with industrial preferable tensile strength limit. In conclusion, the current findings could be useful in formulation and fabricating date chewable tablet which can be used as a food supplement by all categories of consumers since it is easy to be consumed by a wide range of age.

scholarly journals Evaluation of Chitosan-Microcrystalline Cellulose Blends as Direct Compression Excipients

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emmanuel O. Olorunsola ◽  
Grace A. Akpan ◽  
Michael U. Adikwu
Keyword(s):  
Tensile Strength ◽  
Dissolution Rate ◽  
Microcrystalline Cellulose ◽  
Extended Release ◽  
Moisture Sorption ◽  
Direct Compression ◽  
Disintegration Time ◽  
Lactose Monohydrate ◽  
Compact Density ◽  
Tablet Disintegration

This study was aimed at evaluating chitosan-microcrystalline cellulose blends as direct compression excipients. Crab shell chitosan, α-lactose monohydrate, and microcrystalline cellulose powders were characterized. Blends of the microcrystalline cellulose and chitosan in ratios 9 : 1, 4 : 1, 2 : 1, and 1 : 1 as direct compression excipients were made to constitute 60% of metronidazole tablets. Similar tablets containing blends of the microcrystalline cellulose and α-lactose monohydrate as well as those containing pure microcrystalline cellulose were also produced. The compact density, tensile strength, porosity, disintegration time, and dissolution rate of tablets were determined. Chitosan had higher moisture content (7.66%) and higher moisture sorption capacity (1.33%) compared to microcrystalline cellulose and lactose. It also showed better flow properties (Carr’s index of 18.9% and Hausner’s ratio of 1.23). Compact density of tablets increased but tensile strength decreased with increase in the proportion of chitosan in the binary mixtures. In contrast to lactose, the disintegration time increased and the dissolution rate decreased with increase in the proportion of chitosan. This study has shown that chitosan promotes flowability of powder mix and rapid disintegration of tablet. However, incorporation of equal proportions of microcrystalline cellulose and chitosan leads to production of extended-release tablet. Therefore, chitosan promotes tablet disintegration at low concentration and enables extended-release at higher concentration.

scholarly journals Swallowing Gel for Patients with Dysphagia: A Novel Application of Chitosan

Gels ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 7 (3) ◽  
pp. 108
Author(s):  
Tanikan Sangnim ◽  
Pornsak Sriamornsak ◽  
Inderbir Singh ◽  
Kampanart Huanbutta
Keyword(s):  
Molecular Weight ◽  
Carboxymethyl Cellulose ◽  
Stress Condition ◽  
Reference Product ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Oral Drug ◽  
Disintegration Time ◽  
Tablet Disintegration ◽  
Tablet Dosage ◽  
Chitosan Gel

Dysphagia refers to difficulty swallowing certain foods, liquids, or pills. It is common among the elderly with chronic diseases who need to take drugs for long periods. Therefore, dysphagia might reduce compliance with oral drug administration in the aging population. Many pharmaceutical companies search for new products to serve as swallowing aids. Existing products are expensive and do not suit all geriatric patients. Therefore, this study aimed to develop and investigate pill swallowing aid gels prepared from carboxymethyl cellulose and chitosan. We formulated gels by dissolving different concentrations of carboxymethyl cellulose and low or high molecular weight chitosan in solvents to find appropriate gel rheology properties. We then added several portions of glycerin as the glidant of the formulation. We found that the optimized gel formulation was 6.25% (w/w) chitosan with a molecular weight of 80–120 kDa dissolved in 1.2% acetic acid and 4% (w/w) glycerin. The developed pill swallowing gel’s rheology was pseudoplastic with a viscosity of 73.74 ± 3.20 Pa⸱s. The developed chitosan gel had enhanced flow ability; it allowed the pill to cross a 300 mm tube within 6 s, while the reference product took 3 s. Even though the reference product could carry the pill in the tube faster, the chitosan gel better covered the pill, making it more convenient to use. Finally, using a theophylline tablet as a model tablet dosage form, we assessed the gel’s effect on drug disintegration and dissolution. The chitosan gel delayed the tablet disintegration time by about 3–7 min and slightly affected the theophylline dissolution rate. Lastly, all gels were physically stable after a month of storage in the stress condition. These results show the feasibility of manufacturing a chitosan gel usable as a pill swallowing gel for patients with dysphagia.

scholarly journals DESIGN, OPTIMIZATION AND EVALUATION OF CETRIZINE DIHYDROCHLORIDE FAST DISSOLVING FILMS EMPLOYING STARCH TARTRATE–A NOVEL SUPERDISINTEGRANT

2019 ◽  
pp. 75-86
Author(s):  
R. SANTOSH KUMAR ◽  
ANNU KUMARI ◽  
B. KUSUMA LATHA ◽  
PRUDHVI RAJ
Keyword(s):  
Tensile Strength ◽  
Drug Dissolution ◽  
In Vitro Dissolution ◽  
Content Uniformity ◽  
Scanning Calorimetry ◽  
Disintegration Time ◽  
Folding Endurance ◽  
Contour Plots ◽  
The Individual

Objective: The aim of the current research is optimization, preparation and evaluation of starch tartrate (novel super disintegrant) and preparation of fast dissolving oral films of cetirizine dihydrochloride by employing starch tartrate. Methods: To check the drug excipient compatibility studies of the selected drug (Cetrizine dihydrochloride) and the prepared excipient i. e starch tartrate, different studies like FTIR (Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy), DSC (Differential scanning calorimetry) and thin-layer chromatography (TLC) were carried out to find out whether there is any interaction between cetirizine dihydrochloride and starch tartrate. The solvent casting method was used for the preparation of fast dissolving films. The prepared films were then evaluated for thickness, folding endurance, content uniformity, tensile strength, percent elongation, in vitro disintegration time and in-vitro dissolution studies. Response surface plots and contour plots were also plotted to know the individual and combined effect of starch tartrate (A), croscarmellose sodium (B) and crospovidone (C) on disintegration time and drug dissolution efficiency in 10 min (dependent variables). Results: Films of all the formulations are of good quality, smooth and elegant by appearance. Drug content (100±5%), thickness (0.059 mm to 0.061 mm), the weight of films varies from 51.33 to 58.06 mg, folding endurance (52 to 67 times), tensile strength (10.25 to 12.08 N/mm2). Fast dissolving films were found to disintegrate between 34 to 69 sec. Percent dissolved in 5 min were found to be more in F1 formulation which confirms that starch tartrate was effective at 1%. Conclusion: From the research conducted, it was proved that starch tartrate can be used in the formulation of fast dissolving films of cetirizine dihydrochloride. The disintegration time of the films was increased with increase in concentration of super disintegrant.

Effects of lubricant on green strength, compressibility and ejection of parts in die compaction process

2013 ◽  
Vol 233 ◽  
pp. 22-29 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ravi K. Enneti ◽  
Adam Lusin ◽  
Sumeet Kumar ◽  
Randall M. German ◽  
Sundar V. Atre
Keyword(s):  
Compaction Process ◽  
Green Strength ◽  
Die Compaction

Tensile strength of tablets containing two materials with a different compaction behaviour

2000 ◽  
Vol 203 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 71-79 ◽  
Author(s):  
B. van Veen ◽  
K. van der Voort Maarschalk ◽  
G.K. Bolhuis ◽  
K. Zuurman ◽  
H.W. Frijlink
Keyword(s):  
Tensile Strength ◽  
Compaction Behaviour

scholarly journals Pharmacokinetics of a 1,000 mg Disintegrating Aspirin Tablet Formulation

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-6
Author(s):  
Forder S ◽  
Voelker M
Keyword(s):  
Early Onset ◽  
Migraine Headache ◽  
Bioequivalence Study ◽  
Maximum Plasma ◽  
Onset Of Action ◽  
Tablet Strength ◽  
Tablet Disintegration ◽  
Inflammatory Drugs ◽  
New Formulation

Migraine is a global disorder and considerably affecting people`s quality of life. Treatments include nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs-containing medicinal products among whom acetylsalicylic acid-containing Aspirin® has been proven effectively to relief migraine headache. Early treatment is recommended for patients with migraine attacks. A requirement for early onset of action includes tablet disintegration and consequent active ingredient dissolution and absorption. The bioavailability of a new quickly disintegrating 1,000 mg aspirin formulation has been investigated in a bioequivalence study versus a marketed Aspirin® formulation with clinically demonstrated early onset of action. The new formulation has a tablet strength (1,000 mg) and time to maximum plasma concentration (mean 21.6 minutes) providing upside for people requiring treatment of migraine headache

scholarly journals Design Optimization and In Vitro-In Vivo Evaluation of Orally Dissolving Strips of Clobazam

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-15 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rajni Bala ◽  
Sushil Khanna ◽  
Pravin Pawar
Keyword(s):  
Tensile Strength ◽  
Drug Release ◽  
Content Uniformity ◽  
In Vivo Evaluation ◽  
Disintegration Time ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Film Formulation ◽  
Test Film

Clobazam orally dissolving strips were prepared by solvent casting method. A full 32 factorial design was applied for optimization using different concentration of film forming polymer and disintegrating agent as independent variable and disintegration time, % cumulative drug release, and tensile strength as dependent variable. In addition the prepared films were also evaluated for surface pH, folding endurance, and content uniformity. The optimized film formulation showing the maximum in vitro drug release, satisfactory in vitro disintegration time, and tensile strength was selected for bioavailability study and compared with a reference marketed product (frisium5 tablets) in rabbits. Formulation (F6) was selected by the Design-expert software which exhibited DT (24 sec), TS (2.85 N/cm2), and in vitro drug release (96.6%). Statistical evaluation revealed no significant difference between the bioavailability parameters of the test film (F6) and the reference product. The mean ratio values (test/reference) of Cmax (95.87%), tmax (71.42%), AUC0−t (98.125%), and AUC0−∞ (99.213%) indicated that the two formulae exhibited comparable plasma level-time profiles.

scholarly journals DESIGN, CHARACTERIZATION AND STATISTICAL OPTIMIZATION OF RAMOSETRON HYDROCHLORIDE MOUTH DISSOLVING FILM USING DESIGN OF EXPERIMENT

2019 ◽  
pp. 224-230
Author(s):  
SUWARNA SURESH BOBDE ◽  
HEMRAJ M. TANK
Keyword(s):  
Tensile Strength ◽  
Drug Release ◽  
Cancer Patients ◽  
Nausea And Vomiting ◽  
Disintegration Time ◽  
Percent Elongation ◽  
Casting Technique ◽  
Factor Design ◽  
Film Formulation ◽  
Formulation Variables

Objective: The present study aims to prepare a mouth dissolving film of ramosetron hydrochloride to provide relief to cancer patients suffering from nausea and vomiting. Methods: Mouth dissolving film of ramosetron hydrochloride were prepared and optimized using three levels two factor design. The films were prepared using the solvent casting technique. The effect of formulation variables such as the concentration of HPMC E15, and honey on disintegration time, tensile strength and drug release from the film were studied. The films were evaluated for weight, thickness, folding endurance, tensile strength, percent elongation, surface pH, disintegration time and drug release. Results: All the films were found to be transparent, non-sticky and easily peelable. The concentration of HPMC E 15 and Honey was found to have a significant effect on disintegration time and drug release of the mouth dissolving film. Formulation R1 was found to the best formulation with 104.21 % release in 9 min and disintegration time of 57 seconds. Conclusion: It can be concluded that the developed mouth dissolving film could serve as an effective, convenient alternative to prevent nausea and vomiting in cancer patients of any age group.

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