<P> Converting insoluble amines into hydrochlorides is a common way to make them water - soluble . This characteristic is particularly desirable for substances used in medications . The European Pharmacopoeia lists more than 200 hydrochlorides as active ingredients in medications . These hydrochlorides , compared to free bases , may more readily dissolve in the gastrointestinal tract and be able to be absorbed into the bloodstream more quickly . In addition , many hydrochlorides of amines have a longer shelf - life than their respective free bases </P>
<P> Converting insoluble amines into hydrochlorides is a common way to make them water - soluble . This characteristic is particularly desirable for substances used in medications . The European Pharmacopoeia lists more than 200 hydrochlorides as active ingredients in medications . These hydrochlorides , compared to free bases , may more readily dissolve in the gastrointestinal tract and be able to be absorbed into the bloodstream more quickly . In addition , many hydrochlorides of amines have a longer shelf - life than their respective free bases </P>
why do so many medications have hcl in them
why do so many medications have hcl in them
to make them water - soluble
to make them water - soluble