Carrageenan
Carrageenan is a naturally occurring polysaccharide extracted from red seaweed.
Carrageenan forms a stable 3-D network to increase viscosity although there are three types of carrageenan, only Iota and Lambda types are recommended in oral suspensions
Carrageenan forms a stable 3-D network to increase viscosity although there are three types of carrageenan, only Iota and Lambda types are recommended in oral suspensions
Carrageenan
| Carrageenan | |
|---|---|
| Primary function | Viscosifier |
| Typical use level | 0.1 - 1.0% |
| Benefits / Claims | Different grades can work in hot or cold processes Lambda carrageenan increases viscosity Works in a wide pH range 4-11 Good clarity, odourless, non-irritant and non-toxic Natural |
| Suitable for | Cream/ Emulsion Buccal Oral Suspensions Oral Solutions Gel Modified Release |