Chemical Substance - Epilactose
NHPID name:
Epilactose
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Roles
Non-medicinal
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Restrictions:
General:
Upper limit:
500.0
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Detail:
Fermentable carbohydrates that are present in sufficient quantity or with the intention of selectively influencing endogenous host microflora are considered to be prebiotics and must be declared as medicinal ingredients. Fermentable carbohydrates may be considered non-medicinal in quantities exceeding the limits indicated in the NHP Ingredients Database in non-compendial submissions if accompanied by a suitable scientific justification.
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