SAFE
Beta-cyclodextrin complexes
β-Cyclodextrin (7-glucose ring)
Possibly Safe
V2 Verified
Specialty Bioactives
PubMed Studies
280
About
Seven-membered ring cyclodextrin. Poorly water-soluble but forms excellent inclusion complexes. Used in pharmaceutical applications. Not GRAS in EU for direct food addition without maximum level specification.
How it works (mechanism of action)
Acts on cellular signalling pathways relevant to the documented clinical indications. Contains bioactive compounds with enzyme-modulating, receptor-binding, or antioxidant properties studied in peer-reviewed literature.
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
EU restrictions on direct food use without specified maximum levels. Renal concerns at very high IV doses (not relevant orally). Oral: cholesterol depletion from cell membranes at very high doses. HP-beta-CD (hydroxypropyl derivative) is preferred pharmaceutical-grade option.
🏷️ Other Names
β-Cyclodextrin (7-glucose ring)