Effect of Hydroxypropyl Starch Vacant Capsules on the Content of Spironolactone / 中国药师

ABSTRACT

Objective:To investigate the effect of vacant capsules made from hydroxypropyl starch on the content of spironolac-tone. Methods:The spironolactone capsules were placed under the conditions with (4 000 ± 500) lx, 40℃ and RH (75 ± 5) % for 5 days and 10 days, respectively. An HPLC method was used to analyze the content of spironolactone, and the changes in appearance, color and the other traits were also observed. Results:The content of spironolactone was within the range of 93. 45%-100. 37% after the above tests, which was conformed to the standard(93. 0%-107. 0%). Conclusion:The vacant capsules made from hydroxypropyl starch rival have good compatibility with spironolactone.