Dietary supplements in the form of effervescent tablets
Effervescent dietary supplement products It is a dietary supplement in tablet form. which, in contact with water, releases carbon dioxide gas that helps break down the tablets rapidly and thoroughly. causing no sediment to remain in the gastrointestinal tract when eating The body can absorb quickly.
Effervescent dietary supplements have a manufacturing process that requires more stringent quality control than other dietary supplements and must be packaged in moisture-proof packaging. and sun protection to maintain the value of the extract in the supplement as well Dietary supplements in the form of effervescent tablets consist of 3 main parts:
Active Ingredients extracts in supplements or drugs
Effervescent base It is a foaming ingredient. That is acidic and alkaline substances. Sodium bicarbonate and organic acids such as citric acid, tartaric acid, formic acid or acid anhydrides and acid salts are commonly used, all of which are highly soluble. no toxicity And if possible, choose a mixture that is less hygroscopic. Because effervescent tablets are products that need to control humidity.
Other ingredients that aid in the production of tablets lubricants (lubricants), anti-stick (antiadherants), binders (binders), dispersants (disintegrants), flavoring agents (flavors) that help make the taste more delicious and drown out the smell of medicine By using sweeteners to claim as sugar-free supplements, coloring agents (colors) must be careful about the change in color due to acid.
Advantages of dietary supplements in effervescent tablets
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Easy to absorb, does not leave residue in the stomach Including does not irritate the stomach or other gastrointestinal tract and helps adjust the pH in the stomach.
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Suitable for vitamins sensitive to light, air and moisture, which are easily decomposed vitamins.
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Can put up to 2,000 milligrams of drug
Disadvantages of dietary supplements in the form of effervescent tablets
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A large amount of medication is required. cause a high price
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It is a form that is easily humid. therefore should not be stored in a humid place
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Packaging needs to be moisture resistant. Because they are sensitive to light, air and moisture.