Ascorbyl palmitate has several roles in pharmaceutical excipients, the following are some common applications:
Increased stability: Ascorbyl palmitate can be used as a stabilizer in drugs to help maintain the chemical stability of drugs, reduce the possibility of drug decomposition or degradation, and thus extend the drug's validity period.
Antioxidant protection: Similar to its role in food and health products, ascorbyl palmitate can provide antioxidant protection in drugs, reduce the effect of oxidation on drug ingredients, and maintain the efficacy of drugs.
Improve taste: In some oral drugs, ascorbyl palmitate can be used to improve the taste of the drug, reduce the bitterness or irritation of the drug, and improve the patient's medication experience.
Improves drug solubility: Ascorbyl palmitate may improve the solubility of some drugs, making them more easily absorbed in the body and thus improving their efficacy.
Masking of oxygen-sensitive drugs: For some drugs that are susceptible to oxidation, ascorbyl palmitate can be used to coat the drug to reduce its exposure to oxygen, thereby protecting the stability of the drug.
Facilitating drug delivery: Ascorbyl palmitate can be used in some drug delivery systems, such as microparticle carriers or nanoparticles, to improve drug bioavailability and targeted delivery.
