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Tag: Xylitol

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Understanding What is the Most Commonly Used Base for Chewable Tablets?

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According to pharmaceutical experts, excipients are crucial for creating palatable tablets, and mannitol stands out as the most commonly used base for chewable tablets due to its excellent sensory properties. This article explores the properties of mannitol and compares it with other common excipients used in chewable formulations.

Understanding the Controversy: Why is Xylitol Being Banned? (Spoiler: It's Not)

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In 2024, a study published in the *European Heart Journal* linked high levels of the sugar substitute xylitol to an increased risk of heart attack and stroke, igniting a wave of online misinformation and concern over whether the sweetener was being banned. Contrary to sensationalist headlines, regulatory bodies like the FDA have not banned xylitol, but recent findings warrant a closer look at its potential risks alongside its established benefits.

What is pure crystalline amino acids IV infusion with xylitol used for?

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Parenteral nutrition is a life-saving intervention for patients who cannot absorb nutrients through their gastrointestinal tract [1.3.5]. A key question in this field is, what is pure crystalline amino acids IV infusion with xylitol used for? This formulation provides essential proteins and an alternative energy source intravenously [1.2.3, 1.4.2].

What does xylitol do to sinuses? The science behind a popular nasal spray additive

4 min read
Chronic rhinosinusitis affects millions of people globally, and while saline rinses are a common treatment, studies have shown that adding xylitol can significantly improve symptoms for some patients. This five-carbon sugar alcohol uses unique pharmacological mechanisms to benefit nasal and sinus health, addressing the underlying causes of congestion and discomfort.

What is panthexyl?: Understanding this Nasal Spray Ingredient

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While not a standalone medication or a single active pharmaceutical ingredient, what is panthexyl can be best understood by examining its use within a popular line of nasal hygiene products. The term is primarily associated with a sterile hypertonic seawater solution that is enriched with other beneficial compounds to provide nasal decongestion and hydration.

Investigating Nasal Health: What Nasal Spray Was on Shark Tank?

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Multiple nasal health products have appeared on Shark Tank, but the most prominent in recent years is **BoomBoom**, an aromatherapy nasal stick [1.2.1, 1.2.3]. This product, based on essential oils, offers a drug-free way to feel refreshed and breathe clearer, tapping into a growing market for natural remedies.