Lactose
| Supplier | Protheragen-INC |
|---|---|
| Product # | PIE-0053 |
| Pricing | Inquire |
| Synonyms | A-MILK SUGAR;(+)-4-O-β-D-Galactopyranosyl-α-D-glucopyranose;4-O-β-D-Galactopyranosyl-α-D-glucopyranose;D-(+)-Lactose Monohydrate (alpha-form);lactose bp/usp;Lactose IP/BP;A-LACTOBIOSE USP;A-LACTIN USP |
| MolecularFormula | C12H22O11 |
| MolecularWeight | 342.3 |
| Standard | USP/ChP |
| Application | Lactose is used in large quantities as a drug excipient, as a nutrient for infants and young children, and as a good medium for penicillin. It is used as a diluent for soluble powder dispersions, oral capsules, powder inhalers and tablets; lactose is also used in lyophilisates and intravenous injections. |
| Grade | Pharmaceutical Grade |
| appearance | White fine crystals |