maltodextrin

Action and Spectrum

Actions and Spectrum 

maltodextrin can act as a filler or diluent to bulk up a drug formulation to a specific volume or weight, making it easier to handle during manufacturing and administration. It creates a barrier of protection around the wound and a favourable environment for tissue growth. 

Drug Interaction

Adverse Reaction

Frequency not defined  

None 

Black Box Warning

Black Box Warning 

None

Contraindication / Caution

Contraindication/Caution: 

Contraindication: 

• It should be contraindicated in cases of third-degree burns. 

Caution: 

• People with diabetes or those who need to manage their blood sugar levels should be cautious about consuming products containing maltodextrin.  
• Individuals with known allergies to corn, rice, potato, or wheat should be cautious when consuming maltodextrin derived from these sources.

Pregnancy / Lactation

Pregnancy consideration: 

Pregnancy category: N/A 

Lactation: Excretion into human milk is unknown  

Pregnancy Categories:         

Category A: well-controlled and Satisfactory studies show no risk to the fetus in the first or later trimester. 

Category B: there was no evidence of risk to the fetus in animal studies, and there were not enough studies on pregnant women.  

Category C: there was evidence of risk of adverse effects in animal reproduction studies, and no adequate evidence in human studies must take care of potential risks in pregnant women. 

Category D: adequate data with sufficient evidence of human fetal risk from various platforms, but despite the potential risk, and used only in emergency cases for potential benefits. 

Category X: Drugs listed in this category outweigh the risks over benefits. Hence these categories of drugs need to be avoided by pregnant women. 

Category N: There is no data available for the drug under this category. 

Pharmacology

Pharmacology  

Limited information available  

Pharmacodynamics 

Limited information available  

Pharmacokinetics 

Limited information available on ADME  

Adminstartion

Administration 

maltodextrin is applied topically, and it is available in gel and powder form.  

Patient Information Leaflet

Patient information leaflet 

Generic Name: maltodextrin 

Why do we use maltodextrin? 

maltodextrin is widely used as a food additive, primarily as a thickener, filler and bulking agent.   

maltodextrin is also used in wound dressing in the treatment of infected or noninfected wounds.