Solid dispersion

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-010990",
  "term": "Solid dispersion",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A system in which at least one active ingredient is dispersed in an inert carrier or matrix in the solid state. This technique is used to enhance the dissolution rate and bioavailability of poorly soluble drugs by improving their wettability and reducing particle size. The drug can exist in an amorphous, crystalline, or molecularly dispersed state within the carrier.",
  "synonyms": [
    "solid dispersion polymer"
  ],
  "subject": "Polymer",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 377. 'Terminology for biorelated polymers and applications (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 395 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-10-12-04)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/solid-dispersion/"
}