1/ Introduction
Dimethicone is an inert siloxane polymer widely used in pharmaceuticals as an antifoaming agent, lubricant, and emollient for topical formulations. Owing to its high safety profile, dimethicone is suitable for oral, injectable, and topical preparations.
2/ Key Advantages
- Inert and safe: hardly absorbed through the skin or mucosa, non-toxic, with minimal irritation and interaction potential.
- Excellent protective film-forming ability due to its hydrophobic nature.
- Non-greasy and non-sticky texture.
- High chemical and physical stability: resistant to oxidation and degradation under normal conditions, thereby extending the shelf life and stability of formulations.
- Product complies with USP/EP/BP
- The manufacturer has EXCIPACT GMP Certificate for Pharma application
- Stock available at GSP/ GDP warehouse, prompt delivery, competitive price
3/ Applications
- Antifoaming agent for oral and topical formulations.
- Tablets and hard capsules: used as a lubricant and glidant.
- Topical preparations: acts as an emollient, forming a thin protective film on the skin, providing moisturization, reducing trans epidermal water loss, and soothing irritation
4/ Commercial Products
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