1. A cyclic oligosaccharide composed of glucose units linked in a ring structure, used in pharmaceuticals, food, and industrial applications to improve solubility and stability of compounds.
Usage: technical; chemistry

Examples

• Cyclodextrin is commonly used in drug formulations to enhance the bioavailability of poorly soluble medications.
• The pharmaceutical company added cyclodextrin to the vaccine to improve its shelf life.
• Cyclodextrin molecules form a cage-like structure that can trap hydrophobic substances.
• Food manufacturers use cyclodextrin as an additive to encapsulate flavors and aromas.
• Research has shown that cyclodextrin can help deliver insulin more effectively through the nasal route.