Spray Drying of Sucralfate gel
Application Note Mini Spray Dryer B-290 Sucralfate gel
Spray drying is a popular method for drying liquid or semi-solid materials, including sucralfate gel. Sucralfate gel is a medication used to treat gastrointestinal ulcers and is typically formulated as a viscous liquid.
The spray drying process involves atomizing the sucralfate gel into a spray of droplets, which are then rapidly dried in a stream of hot air. The resulting dry powder consists of small, spherical particles with controlled size and shape. The process allows for the production of a large quantity of uniform particles with excellent flowability and dispersion properties.
The properties of the sucralfate powder produced by spray drying can be tailored by adjusting the process parameters, such as the inlet temperature, feed rate, and drying time. The use of different carriers, such as lactose or mannitol, can also affect the properties of the final powder.
The advantages of using spray drying for sucralfate gel include improved stability, longer shelf life, and easier handling and transport. The dry powder form allows for more precise dosing and better patient compliance.
In conclusion, spray drying is an effective method for producing sucralfate powder with controlled particle size, shape, and carrier properties. The powders have a wide range of medical applications and can be tailored to meet specific requirements by adjusting the process parameters and adding appropriate carriers.
Please find starting paramters and some Results in this Application Note.
