Lactose is a naturally occurring disaccharide sugar derived primarily from milk and is one of the most widely used pharmaceutical excipients in solid and liquid dosage-form manufacturing. It is valued for its compatibility, compressibility, flow properties, solubility characteristics, and suitability for a wide range of pharmaceutical formulations.
Swapnroop Pharma manufactures and supplies Lactose in India for pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, food, and formulation applications. Different Lactose grades and physical forms can be selected according to formulation requirements, manufacturing process, and applicable specifications.
Lactose is extensively used as an excipient in:
Depending on the grade, Lactose can function as a diluent, filler, carrier, bulking agent, and processing aid.
Pharmaceutical Lactose is available in several forms and grades, including:
Different grades provide different particle-size distributions, flow characteristics, compressibility, and functionality. Selection should therefore be based on the intended manufacturing process and dosage form.
Lactose is particularly important in tablet and capsule manufacturing because it can provide bulk and volume while supporting suitable powder-handling and compression characteristics.
Spray-dried and other directly compressible Lactose grades are commonly selected for formulations requiring improved flow and compaction, while specific particle-size grades may be selected for specialized applications such as dry-powder inhalation.
Lactose is a disaccharide composed of glucose and galactose. Pharmaceutical Lactose is commonly encountered as Lactose Monohydrate or anhydrous Lactose.
Lactose Monohydrate has the molecular formula C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁·H₂O and molecular weight approximately 360.31 g/mol. Anhydrous Lactose has the molecular formula C₁₂H₂₂O₁₁ and molecular weight approximately 342.30 g/mol.
The physical properties of Lactose can vary considerably according to its hydrate state, particle size, crystallinity, and manufacturing grade.
Swapnroop Pharma supplies pharmaceutical-grade Lactose to pharmaceutical manufacturers, formulation companies, nutraceutical manufacturers, and other qualified customers.
Our Lactose supply can be aligned with requirements for grade, particle size, bulk quantity, packaging, documentation, and application-specific specifications.
Lactose should be stored in tightly closed, suitable packaging in a cool, dry and clean environment. It should be protected from excessive moisture, contamination, and unsuitable storage conditions.
The exact storage requirements should follow the applicable product specification, CoA, SDS, and manufacturer's recommendations.
Depending on the selected grade and customer requirements, documentation may include:
Swapnroop Pharma supplies Lactose for tablets, capsules, powders, inhalation formulations, nutraceuticals, and other pharmaceutical applications in India and international markets.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | white to off-white crystalline powder |