Fig. 1 · Structure
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Hydroxypropyl Cellulose
Pharmaceutical Excipient
Hydroxypropyl Cellulose (HPC) functions as a pharmaceutical excipient with surfactant properties. This cellulose ether exhibits anti-inflammatory activity by reducing mediators such as IL-6 and IL-1β, contributing to improvements in conditions like colitis and obesity. HPC serves as a versatile agent in drug formulation, being used in applications such as coating agents, emulsifiers, suspensions, tablets, thickeners, and viscosifiers, facilitating enhanced drug delivery and stability.
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Specifications
| Manufacturer | Adooq Bioscience |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 9004-64-2 |
| Applications | Pharmaceutical Excipient |
| SMILES | CO[C@H]1C(O[R])[C@@H](O[R])[C@H](C)O[C@@H]1CO[R].[n].[R=H or CH2CH(OH)CH3] |
Storage & Solubility
In Vitro Solubility
Reported Solubility
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Storage
Store powder at -20°C, keep desiccated.
In powder form, the chemical is stable for 36 months.
In solution, store at -20°C and use within 1 month to prevent loss of potency. Aliquot to avoid multiple freeze/thaw cycles.