USING OKRA GUM AS A BINDER IN PHARMACEUTICAL FORMULATIONS

USING OKRA GUM AS A BINDER IN PHARMACEUTICAL FORMULATIONS

First author: Dhaarani S^*

Assistant professor, SNS Institutions, Coimbatore

Abstract 

Binders are fundamental in the production of tablets as they give the essential attachment and stability. Nonetheless, synthetic binders are costly and may have adverse effects on the environment. Accordingly, there is a rising interest in tracking down other options, like natural binders. Okra gum is a natural polysaccharide extracted from the pods of Abelmoschus esculentus, with magnificent binding properties. This paper surveys flow research on the utilization of okra gum as a binder in drug formulations, including its physicochemical properties, production , and potential applications.

Index Terms

Okra gum, Pharmaceutical industry, Binders, Natural polymers, Excipients, Drug delivery systems, Formulation development, Controlled release, Biodegradable polymers, Rheology, Stability, Compatibility, Characterization, Biopharmaceutical properties, Dissolution rate.