Extraction optimization, characterization of microcrystalline cellulose from Theobroma cacao L. (Fam. Malvaceae) pod husks as binder

Extraction optimization, characterization of microcrystalline cellulose from Theobroma cacao L. (Fam. Malvaceae) pod husks as binder

Binders are pharmaceutical excipients which serve a critical function in tablet manufacturing by bringing formulation ingredients in a cohesive mix, with microcrystalline cellulose being generally considered to have the best binding properties. The pod husks of Theobroma cacao L. are normally thrown...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Arceo, Jan Dominik C. (Author), Garcia, Kathrine Mae B. (Author), Siringan, Nini Angelica T. (Author)
Other Authors: Ladignon, Ethel Andrea C. (thesis adviser.)
Format: Thesis
Language:English
Subjects:
Malvaceae.
Cacao.