Azithromycin Taste Mask Granules

Product Overview

Azithromycin Taste Mask Granules are specialized pharmaceutical intermediates formulated to enable the production of patient-friendly oral dosage forms, particularly for pediatric and geriatric use. These granules incorporate advanced taste-masking technology to effectively mask the bitter and metallic taste of Azithromycin, a broad-spectrum macrolide antibiotic. Designed for reconstitution into oral suspensions or for use in sprinkle formulations, these granules offer excellent flow properties, re-dispersibility, and stability, ensuring ease of manufacturing and improved patient compliance.

Product Name
Azithromycin Taste Mask Granules
Strengths Available
7.5% - 40% (%w/w) (Customizable per your offering)
CAS No. / IUPAC Name
CAS: 83905-01-5; IUPAC: (2R,3S,4R,5R,8R,10R,11R,12S,13S,14R)-13-[(2,6-dideoxy-3-C-methyl-3-O-methyl-α-L-ribo-hexopyranosyl)oxy]-2-ethyl-3,4,10-trihydroxy-3,5,6,8,10,12,14-heptamethyl-11-[[3,4,6-trideoxy-3-(dimethylamino)-β-D-xylo-hexopyranosyl]oxy]-1-oxa-6-azacyclopentadecan-15-one
Molecular Formula / Weight
C38H72N2O12 / ~748.98 g/mol
Identification
Validated HPLC method as per USP / BP / EP pharmacopeial standards
Release Type
Taste-masked formulation designed for oral suspensions or sprinkle formulations. Intended for rapid dispersion in liquid while preventing bitter aftertaste
Applications
Used primarily in the treatment of bacterial infections including respiratory tract infections, skin infections, and sexually transmitted diseases. The taste-masked form is especially beneficial for pediatric and geriatric patients to enhance compliance without compromising therapeutic efficacy.
Storage Conditions
Store in a tightly closed container, protected from moisture, direct sunlight, and excessive heat. Recommended storage temperature: 15°C – 25°C (controlled room temperature).

Azithromycin Taste Mask Granules – Typical Composition

Component	Function
Azithromycin	Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) – Macrolide antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections
Taste-Masking Polymer (e.g., Eudragit E / Cellulose Derivative)	Taste-Masking Agent – Forms a protective barrier to prevent bitter taste in the mouth
Mannitol / Sucralose / Flavored Agents	Sweeteners & Flavoring Agents – Improve palatability and patient compliance, especially in pediatric use
Pregelatinized Starch / Starch 1500	Binder & Disintegrant – Provides structural integrity and ensures granule re-dispersibility
Colloidal Silicon Dioxide	Glidant – Enhances powder flow properties and prevents clumping during handling

Why Choose Granules from Salius Pharma?

Outsourcing Taste Mask Granules through a trusted partner like Salius Pharma can be a strategic decision to save both time and resources, without compromise on quality or compliance. Instead, partnering with Salius Pharma—a leading distributor aligned with USFDA-approved and WHO-GMP-certified manufacturers in India—allows you to leverage high-quality products, seamless logistics, and professional support under one roof.

Key Advantages of Partnering with Salius Pharma

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Accelerated Market Entry
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Custom Formulation Support
Flexibility to offer tailored pellet solutions as per your market needs.

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FAQs

These are ready-to-use pharmaceutical intermediates with azithromycin formulated with taste-masking agents to improve palatability, especially for pediatric and sensitive patients. They are designed for easy incorporation into oral dosage forms like sachets or orally disintegrating tablets.

Taste masking significantly reduces the bitter and unpleasant taste of azithromycin, enhancing patient compliance and making administration easier, particularly in children.

Azithromycin Taste-Masked Granules are developed in alignment with pediatric formulation expectations, including palatability, dose flexibility, and excipient safety compliance.

The granules utilize a validated polymer-based taste-masking system designed to prevent drug release in the oral cavity while ensuring rapid and complete release in gastric conditions.

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