Colors are widely used in the pharmaceutical industry as excipient colorants in medicines. Colors enhance visual appeal and increase product familiarity, helping to aid user differentiation of pharmaceutical products. Industrial synthetic colors have long been the preferred color solution for the pharmaceutical industry due to their low cost, variety of shades, brightness and coloring power.
As consumer perceptions change and the concepts of health, safety and nature become the preferred consumer philosophy, natural pigments are gradually entering the market. The demand for natural colors in the pharmaceutical industry is also increasing. Our natural pigment brand NACOFULTM offers a wide range of products and shades to provide professional color solutions for the pharmaceutical industry.
Reasons for Drug Coloring
Drugs come in many different forms. Depending on the requirements of the raw material, drug release and mode of action, they can be divided into forms such as capsules, coated tablets, compressed tablets, liquids, ointment, and other forms. Depending on the form of the product, a suitable coloring is used to color the medicine, which facilitates the differentiation and aesthetic shaping of the medicine.
Distinguishing Between Medicines
Manufacturers will use different colors and shapes to differentiate their products, preventing packaging errors and making it easier for doctors to identify them. The different colors also help patients to differentiate between different medications and avoid accidental misuse of medication or missed doses. This is particularly relevant for older people, who generally need to take multiple medications at the same time and have declining eyesight and cognitive abilities.
Avoiding Deterioration
Colorants have a certain light-shielding effect. Coloring and shading agents are often added to the capsules to prevent light transmission and to stabilize the contents. These are useful for improving the stability of light-sensitive active ingredients. For example, if pyridine-type antihypertensive drugs are not stored away from light, they can cause the active ingredients to decompose in the presence of light, reducing their effectiveness. The pigments on the sugar coating of the tablets also help to shield them from light and thus prevent deterioration.
Medication Spoilage Tips
The color of a medicine can be an indicator of its effectiveness. A change in the color of a medicine can also help to determine if it has expired or has lost its potency. For example, a fading or discoloration of the bright color may indicate that the medicine has deteriorated and should be discontinued and a doctor consulted.
Reducing Fear of Taking Medication
Coloring medication can make it more acceptable to patients. The variety of colors of tablets and capsules helps to make taking medication less intimidating for children. For example, certain preparations intended for children are available in colors such as light yellow and orange to bring them closer to the feel of sweets. This increases the appeal of the medication to children and increases compliance with the medication.
Daji Belle has many natural colors that come from plants, insects, microorganisms and more. Here you can find a very wide range of color combinations. Our natural coloring products can provide a wide range of color solutions for pharmaceutical companies. If you would like more information, please contact us.
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