Inactive ingredients may also be beneficial to the body but usually are in the dosage form at such a low value as to be ineffective. Used in large amounts. Also used as an active ingredient for calcium and phosphorus supplementation. Used in the manufacture of gelatin capsules. Used as a lubricant that helps the tablet and capsule material flow well and not stick to equipment.
Sand is silicic acid in much larger agregates.
Used in very small amounts as a lubricant that helps the tablet and capsule material flow well and not stick to equipment. Also used as an active ingredient for silicon supplementation. Used as a food preservative and antiseptic to prevent growth in liquids. Used in small amounts. Used as lubricant that helps the tablet and capsule material flow well and not stick to equipment.