Dried Aluminum Hydroxide BP (British Pharmacopoeia) is primarily used in pharmaceutical and healthcare applications.
Main Uses
1. Antacid
* Neutralizes excess stomach acid.
* Used to relieve:
* Heartburn
* Acid indigestion
* Gastritis
* Symptoms of peptic ulcers
2. Phosphate Binder
* Used in patients with chronic kidney disease to reduce phosphate absorption from food and help control high blood phosphate levels.
3. Tablet and Capsule Formulation
* Acts as an excipient in some pharmaceutical products.
* Can be used as an adsorbent and carrier for active ingredients.
4. Vaccine Adjuvant (related aluminum hydroxide grades)
* Certain pharmaceutical-grade aluminum hydroxide preparations are used to enhance the immune response in vaccines.