Harness the power of POLYOX™ polyethylene oxide polymers

Versatile Across Complex and Unique Applications

Developing advanced oral dosage forms, such as those with modified release profiles, demands sophisticated delivery systems, which in turn rely on specialized excipients like polyethylene oxide.

Over three decades ago, our POLYOX™ water-soluble resin (WSR) became the first commercially available polyethylene oxide excipient in the pharmaceutical market. Renowned for its hydrophilic properties, high swelling capacity, and versatility across a wide range of complex and unique applications, POLYOX™ stands out as a key excipient for advancing oral dosage forms. And it continues to hold tremendous potential for today’s formulators driving the next wave of innovative oral drug delivery solutions.

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Explore the pharmaceutical potential of POLYOX™ polyethylene oxide polymers

POLYOX™ water soluble resins are extremely versatile polymers. To find out how these hydrophilic polymers can be used to support a broad array of pharmaceutical applications, including osmotic pump technologies, controlled release matrix tablets, and gastro-retentive dosages, download our brochure. Plus, access top tips to learn which POLYOX™ grades are best suited for a desired application.

Key benefits of POLYOX™ WSR include:

  • Highly soluble in water and polar solvents
  • Fast hydration, rapid swelling, and hydrogel formation
  • Thermoplastic properties
  • Hydrogen bonding functionality and good adhesive properties
  • Tasteless, colorless, and nonionic

Key applications of POLYOX™ WSR include:

  • Osmotic pump technology
  • Modified-release matrix formulation
  • Gastro retentive formulation
  • Hot melt extrusion
  • Abuse deterrence
  • Granulation and direct compression
  • Thin films
  • Buccal delivery

Discover the benefits of blending POLYOX™ polymers for robust drug formulations

Did you know that by blending different grades of POLYOX™ polymers, you can achieve precise viscosity control, improve drug release profiles, and enhance formulation robustness? Download our whitepaper to access the latest scientific findings and expert recommendations needed to select the right POLYOX™ blends to meet your specific needs.

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Discover how POLYOX™ ES packaging can elevate your supply chain

POLYOX™ with extended stability (ES) packaging is designed to enhance the longevity, efficiency, and environmental footprint of POLYOX™ water soluble resins. Download our brochure to explore how this innovative solution significantly extends product stability to 24 months, simplifies inventory management, and supports sustainable operations.

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How to work with POLYOX™

Here you will find a collection of videos to help you handle, formulate, and optimize POLYOX™ polyethylene oxide in your formulations.

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Discover how POLYOX™ ES packaging can support sustainability while extending stability for longer shelf life.

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See how you can improve efficiency, safety, and compliance through our science-backed method for cleaning POLYOX™.

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Find out why you should never skip the critical alcohol rinse step when cleaning POLYOX™ resins from high shear mixers.

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Partner with Pharma Solutions

At IFF Pharma Solutions, now part of Roquette, we can help formulators harness the power of POLYOX™ water soluble resins to facilitate the development of advanced drug delivery solutions. Our POLYOX™ polyethylene oxide portfolio includes free-flowing hydrophilic powders supplied in a variety of viscosity grades to suit a broad array of pharmaceutical applications—including controlled release matrix tablets, osmotic pump technologies, gastro retentive systems, and more.

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