Excipient (pharmacologically inactive substance)

What is it?

FDA has regulatory review for color additives used in foods, drugs, cosmetics, and medical devices. D&C Yellow # 10 (2-(2-Quinolyl)-1,3-indandione disulfonic acid disodium salt) is a FDA-approved colorant commonly used to color dose forms such as tablets and capsules. FD&C colors are the colors certified for use by the U.S. FDA in the food, drug, and cosmetic industry.The FDA states that D&C Yellow No. 10 may be safely used as a colorant. D&C Yellow No. 10 is approved for use in drugs and cosmetics but is not approved as a colorant for food.^{[1] [2]}