The Versatile Dry

Syrup
Dry syrups are concentrated, powdered forms of liquid syrups that
can be easily reconstituted with water or other liquids. They offer a
convenient and shelf-stable alternative to traditional liquid syrups,
making them a popular choice in the pharmaceutical and food
industries.

by Aprillia Maula
How to Use Dry Syrup
Reconstitution
To use a dry syrup, simply
mix the powder with the
recommended amount of
liquid, such as water or juice,
until fully dissolved.
Versatility
Dry syrups can be
incorporated into a variety of
applications, from
beverages and desserts to
pharmaceutical
formulations.
Convenience
The powdered format of dry
syrups makes them easy to
store, transport, and
measure, offering a more
efficient alternative to
traditional liquid syrups.
Examples of Dry Syrups
1 Maple Syrup 2 Fruit Syrups 3 Medicinal Syrups
Dry maple syrup Powdered fruit syrups, Dry syrups are also
powder can be used to such as those made used in the
add a sweet, maple from strawberries or pharmaceutical
flavor to various foods blueberries, are industry to create
and beverages. popular in the food and stable, easy-to-
beverage industry. administer cough and
cold remedies.
Pharmacological Reaction of
Dry Syrup
Rapid Dissolution Improved Stability
Dry syrups quickly dissolve in liquids, The powdered format of dry syrups
allowing for rapid absorption and often enhances the stability and
onset of action. shelf life of the active ingredients.

Dosage Control
Dry syrups offer precise dosage control, making them easier to administer,
especially for pediatric or geriatric patients.
Pharmacological Effects of Dry
Syrup
Faster Absorption
1 The powdered format of dry syrups allows for quicker dissolution and
absorption of the active ingredients.

Improved Bioavailability
2 The enhanced stability and solubility of dry syrups can lead to improved
bioavailability of the active compounds.

Consistent Dosing
3 Dry syrups provide more accurate and consistent dosing compared to
traditional liquid syrups.
Design of Dry Syrup

Particle Size Flow Properties Moisture Excipients

The particle size of Dry syrups are
Content Carefully selected
the dry syrup powder designed with The moisture content excipients, such as
is carefully controlled specific flow of dry syrups is tightly bulking agents and
to ensure optimal properties to enable regulated to maintain stabilizers, are
solubility and easy handling, stability and prevent incorporated into the
mouthfeel. mixing, and clumping. dry syrup formula.
packaging.
Formulation of Dry Syrup
Active Ingredient The primary therapeutic compound in the
dry syrup formula.

Bulking Agent Provides volume and structure to the

powder, such as lactose or maltodextrin.

Sweetener Enhances the taste and palatability of the

dry syrup, such as sucrose or artificial
sweeteners.

Stabilizer Helps maintain the physical and chemical

stability of the dry syrup, such as gums or
cellulose derivatives.
Quality Control and Stabilization of
Dry Syrup
Particle Size Analysis 1
Ensuring consistent particle size
distribution for optimal solubility
and mouthfeel. 2 Moisture Content Testing
Monitoring the moisture level to
maintain stability and prevent
Accelerated Stability 3 clumping.
Studies
Evaluating the long-term stability of
the dry syrup under different
environmental conditions.