Glidants and Lubricant Properties of Several Types of Talcs

Glidant and lubricant efficiencies of a number of different types of talcs were evaluated. The in vitro properties of tablets lubricated with talcs were compared to those lubricated with magnesium stearate. Talc lubricated tablets showed superior in vitro properties compared to magnesium stearate lubricated tablets. Different sources of talcs showed significant differences in glidant and lubricant efficiencies.