CRC Handbook of Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Excipients

Download or read book CRC Handbook of Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Excipients written by Susan C. Smolinske and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2019-10-02 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CRC Handbook of Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Excipients provides a comprehensive summary of toxicological issues regarding inactive ingredients in pharmaceutical products, cosmetic products, and food additives. Background information on regulations and labeling requirements for each type of product is provided, and 77 articles critically review human and animal data pertinent to a variety of agents and makes judgments regarding the clinical relevance. The book also identifies at-risk populations, such as neonates, patients with renal failure, and atopic patients. Inactive common pharmaceutical agents and/or foods containing certain ingredients are listed to help physicians counsel hypersensitive patients who must avoid products containing these excipients.