Evaluation of Binder Property of Borassus starch in Compressed Solid Dosage Form

Author(s): Kusuma Pravallika B*, Neeharika V and Sumakanth M

Abstract: The present study deals with extraction of starch obtained from Borassus flabellifer (Arecaceace), evaluated as a binder in paracetamol based tablets at concentration of 2.5-10.0 %w/w. Properties of the starch evaluated includes: bulk density, tapped density, hausner’s quotient and percent compressibility. Compound tablets were evaluated for hardness, friability and uniformity of weight content. Batches of tablets containing equivalent concentration of potato starch were employed as standards. Results obtained indicate that Borassus flabellifer starch performed as much better binder in paracetamol tablets as potato starch.

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