Pharmaceuticals

Silico® ORGANOSILICON provides high-purity silicone materials for the pharmaceutical industry, ensuring safety, reliability, and compliance with global medical standards. Our pharmaceutical-grade silicones are engineered for controlled release, biocompatibility, and long-term stability in various dosage forms and medical devices.
From excipients and coatings to topical formulations and drug delivery systems, Silico® silicones help pharmaceutical manufacturers enhance performance, improve patient comfort, and meet stringent regulatory requirements.

Key Applications in Personal Care

Pharmaceutical

Pharmaceutical Excipients

Silico® silicone fluids and resins act as high-performance excipients in topical, oral and parenteral formulations. They improve spreadability, moisture control and compatibility with active ingredients.Silicone carriers for ointments and gelsDimethicone and simethicone agentsInert silicones for drug...
Drug Delivery Systems

Drug Delivery Systems

Silico® silicones enable precise and sustained release of APIs. Their biocompatibility and controlled permeability make them ideal for implantable and transdermal drug systems.Silicone matrices for implantsTransdermal diffusion patchesPermeable membranes for slow release
Topical & Dermatological Formulations

Topical & Dermatological Formulations

Silico® silicones enhance creams and gels by forming breathable, protective films that improve spreadability and comfort. They deliver smooth texture, reduced irritation, and stable performance.Silicone gels for wound careElastomer gels for hydrationFilm-forming silicones for stability
Medical Device Components

Medical Device Components

Silico® medical-grade silicones ensure purity, flexibility and durability in syringes, catheters and implantable devices. They provide reliable lubrication and long-term biocompatibility.Coatings for needles and syringesRubbers for implants and tubingLubricating silicones for devices
Oral & Gastrointestinal Treatments

Oral & Gastrointestinal Treatments

Silico® functional silicones such as simethicone act as safe, effective antifoaming agents to relieve gas and protect mucosal surfaces in oral and digestive care.Simethicone emulsions for antacidsSilicone anti-foaming agentsInert carriers for oral suspensions
Capsule & Tablet Coatings

Capsule & Tablet Coatings

Silico® silicone resins and emulsions improve tablet coating smoothness, moisture protection and controlled release. They extend shelf life and enhance formulation performance.Hydrophobic moisture barriersControlled-release polymersSmooth film coatings

Why Choose Silico® for Healthcare?

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What makes silica-based silicones suitable for pharmaceutical manufacturing?

A: Silicones used in pharma must meet strict standards for biocompatibility, low extractables & leachables, and resistance to sterilization. Medical-grade silicones, such as those from Silico®, are engineered to pass ISO 10993 / USP testing, tolerate high and low temperatures (e.g. -80 °C to + 200+ °C) and remain stable during autoclave, gamma or EtO sterilization.

Q2: Can silicones be used in drug delivery systems and implants?

A: Yes. Silicones are widely used in implantable devices, transdermal patches, and controlled release systems. Their flexibility, chemical inertness, and permeability allow for sustained release of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), while maintaining long-term stability and patient safety.

Q3: How does Silico® ensure medical-grade silicone purity and regulatory compliance?

A: Silico® silicone formulations are produced under strict quality controls including GMP, ISO standards. Purity is verified by testing for extractables/leachables, cytotoxicity, hemolysis, and biocompatibility per ISO 10993 / USP guidelines. Batch documentation and regulatory support are provided to ensure compliance.

Q4: Are silicone excipients stable under harsh pharmaceutical processing conditions?

A: Yes. Silicone fluids and resins provided by Silico® are designed for excellent thermal, chemical, and mechanical stability. They resist degradation under heat, disinfectants, varying pH, and exposure to moisture, ensuring product integrity in creams, gels, suspensions, and coated forms.

Q5: What safety concerns exist for silicones used in injectable or parenteral applications?

A: For injectable/parenteral use, key safety considerations include absence of particulate contaminants, sterility, non-pyrogenicity, and negligible migration of siloxanes. Using medical-grade, properly cured silicones with documented extractables/leachables profiles helps ensure safety.

Q6: How do silicones perform over the long term in pharmaceutical or implantable use?

A: Silicones are known for bio-durability: minimal degradation when exposed to physiological conditions, resistance to oxidation, UV, moisture, enzymatic breakdown, etc. They maintain functional integrity, flexibility, and biocompatibility over extended duration use.

Q7: Are there environmental or regulatory restrictions on certain silicone types?

A: Yes. Some cyclic volatile methyl siloxanes (e.g. D4, D5, D6) are under regulatory review in many regions for environmental persistence, bioaccumulation, or toxicity concerns. Silico® offers alternatives and keeps formulations aligned with evolving regulations (REACH, FDA, etc.).

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