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Introduction - Herbal Excipients

  • Herbal excipients are natural substances derived from plants, used in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics to provide properties like color, texture, and scent.

  • They offer benefits over synthetic excipients, including safety, efficacy, and sustainability.

Advantages

  1. Safe & Non-toxic – Naturally derived and historically used in traditional medicine.

  2. Effective – Enhance bioavailability and effectiveness of active ingredients.

  3. Sustainable – Sourced from renewable plants, eco-friendly.

  4. Cost-effective – Often cheaper than synthetic excipients.

  5. Consumer Preference – Growing demand for herbal-based products.

Disadvantages

  1. Variability – Quality may differ based on plant source and conditions.

  2. Allergic Reactions – Some people may be sensitive to certain herbal excipients.

  3. Limited Availability – Seasonal and regional constraints may affect supply.

  4. Regulatory Hurdles – Subject to stricter testing and approval.

  5. Compatibility Issues – May not work well with certain formulations.


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