MAGNESIUM OXIDE EXTRA LIGHT EP/BP is used as an alkaline diluent in solid-dosage forms to modify the pH of tablets. It can be added to solid-dosage forms to bind excess water and keep the granulation dry. In combination with silica, magnesium oxide can be used as an auxiliary glidant. It is also used as a food additive and as an antacid, either alone or in conjunction with aluminum hydroxide. Magnesium oxide is additionally used as an osmotic laxative and a magnesium supplement to treat deficiency states.

MANGANESE GLUCONATE USP is a manganese salt of gluconic acid. Manganese gluconate is a direct ingredient in food substances as a nutrient supplement. In pharmaceutical preparations it is used as a supplement.

MANGANESE SULPHATE MONOHYDRATE appears as odorless pale red slightly efflorescent crystals or light pink powder. It is used as a fertilizer and as livestock supplement where soils are deficient in manganese.

MALTODEXTRIN DE 18-20 provides excipient benefits as a filler and filler/binder while also providing nutrient benefits as a carbohydrate source. This is a slightly hydroscopic, fine, white powder produced by spray drying partially hydrolised food grade maize starch. Maltodextrin is used in solid dosage forms, direct compression, wet and dry granulation, capsules and powders, Liquid dosage forms, syrups, solutions, suspensions, Medicated confectionery, hard boiled candies gums, chewing gum. Used in dry mix beverage powders, low calorie foods and beverages, spray dried flavors, spices, colors, fabricated foods and beverages.