Application of Xanthan Gum in Medicine

Application of Xanthan Gum in Medicine

Xanthan gum is a kind of polysaccharide produced by mixed fermentation of specific bacteria and carbohydrates of xanthan gum. Xanthan gum has special properties: unique rheology, strong water solubility, heat resistance, acid and alkali resistance, and can coexist well with various salts. . It is widely used in many industries such as food, petroleum, medicine and chemical industry to play the role of thickening, suspending and emulsifying. The following is an introduction to the medical application of Xanthan Gum by Qingdao Jiede Chemical Co., Ltd.:
Since xanthan gum is fermented by bacteria, it contains variable amounts of heavy metals, colonies and other magazines. To be used in medicine, it must undergo a special purification treatment. The main steps include crude product preparation, dissolution, diatomaceous earth adsorption, sterilization filtration, enzymatic hydrolysis, carbon removal filtration, fine filtration with microporous membranes, alcohol precipitation, and drying. Wait. After the following steps, the obtained xanthan gum can be used in the pharmaceutical industry:
1. No-wash hand sanitizer or other liquid medicine
Due to its thickening and emulsifying properties, the high viscosity of xanthan gum will make these topical inhibitors easier to apply, and after the water evaporates, the drug will not easily fall off the skin; in addition, xanthan gum can be used in eye drops. Make the effect of eye drops more lasting. Mixing with sodium hyaluronate also protects corneal epithelial cells and promotes regeneration.
2. Used in the production of drug capsule wall materials
Xanthan gum is a functional component in the current microcapsule drug capsules. The cost of traditional microcapsule wall materials is relatively high. Xanthan gum has become a microcapsule due to its high cost performance and an important role in controlling the sustained release of drugs. The best choice for wall materials. The addition of xanthan gum improves the yield and quality of microcapsule products.
3. Application in the treatment of osteoarthritis
The use of xanthan gum for injection is only used in a few countries due to the high technical requirements. According to current medical research in China, xanthan gum has a good effect on the long-term treatment of OA and the repair of knee joint soft tissues; and medical workers are currently exploring the application of xanthan gum in postoperative adhesion.
Qingdao Jiede Chemical Co., Ltd. is a supplier of xanthan gum. Pharmaceutical-grade xanthan gum is also one of our main products. Currently, the product has passed relevant tests and is already being used in large quantities. All parties are welcome to come to consult.

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