A method for preparing sterol/stanol and sterol/stanol ester compositions with improved dispersibility is provided by co-melting the sterol/stanol and/or sterol/stanol ester with highly branched hydrocarbons and then grinding the resulting product. A method for preparing the compounds is also disclosed. The ground compound is suitable for formulating into orally administered products suitable for control of blood serum cholesterol.
Method For Producing Dispersible Sterol And Stanol Compounds
Richard D. Bruce - Rydal PA Brid Burruano - King of Prussia PA Michael R. Hoy - Sellersville PA Nicholas R. Paquette - Danbury CT
Assignee:
McNeil-PPC, Inc.
International Classification:
A61K 914 A61K 920 A61K 31575
US Classification:
424464
Abstract:
A method for preparing sterol/stanol and sterol/stanol ester compositions with improved dispersibility is provided by co-melting the sterol/stanol and/or sterol/stanol ester with highly branched hydrocarbons and then grinding the resulting product. A method for preparing the compounds is also disclosed. The ground compound is suitable for formulating into orally administered products suitable for control of blood serum cholesterol.
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