Product Details
Category
Coating material; Suspending Agents; Tablet Binder; Thickener; Viscosifier
Grade
Pharmceutical Excipients
Chemical Name
Hydroxyethylmethylcellulose
Administration route
Oral; topical
Dosage Form
Oral suspensions, tablets and topical formulations
Stability and Storage Conditions
Hydroxymethylcellulose is hygroscopic and should be stored in a cool, dry place.
Applications
Hydroxymethylcellulose is widely used as an excipient in pharmaceutical formulations, including oral tablets, suspensions, and topical formulations. Its properties are similar to methyl cellulose, but due to the presence of hydroxyethyl cellulose, it is easier to dissolve in water, the aqueous solution is more compatible with salt, and has a higher coagulation temperature.