Croscarmellose Sodium

Croscarmellose Sodium in Medications

Croscarmellose Sodium: A Tablet “Disintegrant”

Croscarmellose sodium is used to help tablets break apart after swallowing.

It does not treat symptoms.

What Is Croscarmellose Sodium?

Croscarmellose sodium is a modified cellulose ingredient used in solid oral dosage forms to promote tablet disintegration.

Why Is Croscarmellose Sodium Used in Medications?

It is used because it:

  • Helps tablets break apart more reliably
  • Supports consistent release of ingredients
  • Improves manufacturing performance

Ingredient Names to Look For

It may be listed as:

  • Croscarmellose sodium
  • Croscarmellose
  • Crosslinked carboxymethylcellulose sodium
  • Carboxymethylcellulose sodium, crosslinked

Where Does It Appear?

It is commonly found in:

  • Immediate-release tablets
  • Chewable tablets
  • Some capsule fills (as a processing aid)

How to Check a Medication’s Ingredient List

Disintegrants and fillers vary by manufacturer and formulation.

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Educational Note

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