Extraction optimization, characterization of microcrystalline cellulose from Theobroma cacao L. (Fam. Malvaceae) pod husks as binder

Binders are pharmaceutical excipients which serve a critical function in tablet manufacturing by bringing formulation ingredients in a cohesive mix, with microcrystalline cellulose being generally considered to have the best binding properties. The pod husks of Theobroma cacao L. are normally thrown...

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Main Authors:	Arceo, Jan Dominik C. (Author), Garcia, Kathrine Mae B. (Author), Siringan, Nini Angelica T. (Author)
Other Authors:	Ladignon, Ethel Andrea C. (thesis adviser.)
Resource Type:	Thesis
Language:	English
Subjects:	Malvaceae. Cacao.