Non-Sterile Compounding Flashcards by Andrew Mina

Magnesium Stearate

Glidant/Lubricant

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Sodium Lauryl Sulfate

Surfactant (neutralize the static charge)

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Magnesium Oxide
Magnesium Carbonate
Kaolin

Asdorbent Powder (keep the powder dry)

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Pluronic Lecithin Organogel (“PLO Gel”)

Used for transdermal drug delivery

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Theobroma Oil

Cocoa butter

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Simethicone

Anti-foaming agent

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Ascorbic Acid

Antioxidant

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Shellac
Gelatin
Gluten

Coatings (regular)

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Starches
Calcium salts
Lactose
Mannitol
Sorbitol
Cellulose

Diluents (fillers)

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Alginic Acid

Polacrilin Potassium

Disintegrants

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Petroleum Jelly

Emollient

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Cellulose acetate phthalate

Shellac

Enteric-coating

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Agar
Alginates
Guar gums
Acacia
Gelatins
Tragacanth
Bentonite
Carbomer
Cellulose
Starches

Gelling (thickening) agent, stabilizer

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Colloidal silica

Glidant

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PEG

Alcohols

Hydrophilic solvent

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Oils

Fats

Hydrophobic solvent

Mineral Oil

Glycerin

Levigating (wetting) agents

Calcium and magnesium stearate

Lubricants

Chlorhexidine
EDTA
Sodium Benzoate
Benzoic Acid
Benzalkonium Chloride
Thimerosal

Preservatives

Hydrogenated vegetable oils

Gelatin

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