Manganese gluconate

Description

A slightly pink-colored powder. Manganese gluconate is anhydrous when obtained by spray-drying or a dihydrate when obtained by crystallization. It is very soluble in hot water and is very slightly soluble in alcohol.

The Uses of Manganese gluconate

manganese gluconate is a skin conditioner used to improve or maintain the skin’s texture and feel.

Indications

Manganese gluconate is currently only available in combination products. It is indicated for the prophylactic or nutritional supplementation of Manganese [FDA Label].

Background

Manganese gluconate is a manganese salt of gluconic acid with the chemical formula C12H22MnO14 x 2H2O. It is typically obtained by reacting manganese carbonate with gluconic acid in aqueous medium and then crystallizing the product to form a slightly pink powder. Manganese gluconate is a direct ingredient in food substances as a nutrient supplement. In pharmaceutical preparations it is used as a Manganese supplement.

Pharmacokinetics

Manganese gluconate is a salt which dissociates in body fluids to form manganese and gluconic acid. Its pharmacological effects are due to the normal role of Manganese in the body.

Metabolism

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