Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is an essential nutrient that plays a crucial role in multiple physiological processes, including tissue growth and repair, collagen synthesis, and immune system support. Despite its numerous benefits, vitamin C presents some challenges in its use as a dietary supplement, including its sour taste and its lability, meaning its tendency to degrade in the presence of light, heat, or oxygen. Additionally, vitamin C is characterized by poor biological availability post-ingestion, often requiring the intake of high doses with low assimilation.
Release Innovation: Vitamin C MATRIS® RETARD
To overcome these challenges, the MATRIS® technology by IPS International Products & Services S.r.l. stands out as a revolutionary solution. Vitamin C MATRIS® RETARD utilizes an extended-release system that prolongs the absorption of the active ingredient over an 8-hour period, thus maximizing its bioavailability and minimizing common side effects such as gastric and intestinal sensitization.
Recent studies conducted by IPS on 3D organoid systems have shown that products made with MATRIS® technology significantly alter the kinetics of active ingredient absorption, extending the half-life and reducing inflammation levels in the gastric and intestinal areas. Additionally, MATRIS® products exhibit superior absorption compared to the raw ingredients, enhancing the anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity of the active ingredients.
Applications and Formulations
MATRIS® technology is applied in a wide range of dosage forms, making it ideal for various consumption needs. The products from the SURACTIVES® division of IPS are available for various formulations such as tablets, sachets, stick packs, capsules, and bottles with dosing caps, offering flexibility and convenience to customers.
For applications intended for direct compression, IPS has developed SmarTTabs® formulations, a tailor-made solution that preserves the original release profile of the bulk product. This ensures that the integrity and efficacy of the active ingredient are maintained from the beginning to the end of the absorption process. Moreover, SmarTTabs® formulations can be used to create high-dosage Orally Disintegrating Tablets (ODTs).
Conclusion
Vitamin C MATRIS® RETARD from IPS represents a significant advancement in the field of dietary supplements. Through the use of innovative technologies like MATRIS® and SmarTTabs®, IPS continues to lead the way in improving the effectiveness and safety of dietary supplements, effectively meeting the needs of the modern consumer looking for more stable, effective, and easy-to-use solutions.
Note: This article is provided for informational purposes only and does not substitute for professional medical advice.
