Product Description

Anhydrous lactose granules are a pharmaceutical excipient, specifically a type of lactose that doesn't contain any water molecules within its crystal structure. They are typically produced by drying an aqueous lactose solution at high temperatures and then milling and sieving the resulting material. This form of lactose is particularly useful in direct compression and dry granulation due to its superior compactability and ability to form strong tablets, especially for moisture-sensitive drugs.

Key Characteristics:
Production:
Anhydrous lactose is made by rapidly drying a lactose solution, often using roller drum drying, followed by milling and sieving.
Appearance:
It's a white to creamy white, crystalline powder that's free of sediment.
Solubility:
It's soluble in water, with a 10% solution in boiling water being clear to nearly colorless.
Taste:
It has a slightly sweet taste and tends to absorb odors from the atmosphere.