L-Carnitine Containing Compounds

It plays an important role in the treatment of patients experiencing problems with lipid metabolism. It is an important factor for athlete nutrition. In cases where drugs containing L-Carnitine are used, it provides patience and stress control in the user.

In addition, the use of tablets and capsules containing L-Carnitine relieves fatigue, increases muscle strength, and shortens the treatment period.

Generally, there are some difficulties in making capsules or tablets with L-Carnitine. This is due to the hygroscopic nature of the L-Carnitine substance. It can easily absorb moisture.

How Are These Types of Tablets Prepared?

The tablets or capsules to be obtained from here are actually intended for the intestinal tract. However, they can also be applied externally. For oral or enteral preparations, it is important that capsules are in powder or granule form. As mentioned before, the hygroscopic nature of L-Carnitine prevents this situation. Therefore, tablets containing L-Carnitine must be packaged in an airtight environment to be moisture-proof.

The following method provides a formulation containing components that do not cause issues with odor or use.

What Is the Tablet Formula Containing L-Carnitine?

L-Carnitine is stable for a long time when the relative humidity is less than 60%. Under these conditions, no special precautions are necessary.

The main component here is L-Carnitine L-tartrate. The capsules here can be produced either coated or uncoated. This may vary depending on user preference.

Formula Content Is as Follows;

• L-Carnitine L-tartrate
• Fructose
• Orange Flavor
• Food Colorant (Quinoline Yellow)
• CMC (Carboxymethyl Cellulose)
• PVP (Polyvinylpyrrolidone)
• Sucrose Stearate
• Talc
• Magnesium Stearate

Components are mixed first. And they are pressed into 20 mm tablets.

Why Is Microcrystalline Cellulose Used in Making Chewable Tablets?

To create a chewable tablet, L-Carnitine L-tartrate and Microcrystalline Cellulose (MCC) are mixed.

The use of MCC in the production of chewable tablets is quite common. It is used to create volume in chewable tablets and to ensure the tablet has the desired size and shape. It maintains the integrity of the tablet by preventing disintegration and breaking.