Capsules are a popular dosage form in the pharmaceutical industry because they provide an easy and convenient way to administer medications, offering precise dosage control. They can be formulated to contain a variety of active ingredients, including powders, liquids, and pellets, and can also be designed for immediate or extended release. Capsules protect sensitive drugs from environmental factors like light and air, enhancing drug stability and patient adherence.
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Patent on pharmaceutical compositions and methods for treating hyperhidrosis
The patent application US20240350420A1 focuses on pharmaceutical formulations and methods for treating conditions such as hyperhidrosis, which involves excessive sweating. The document details the development of modified-release compositions, specifically utilizing Pilocarpine HCl, a muscarinic…
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The composition of Drugs going off-patent in the upcoming years
As a follow up on the article 𝐖𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐡 𝐝𝐫𝐮𝐠𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬? by Joanna Sadowska, PhD, EMBA in which includes over 30 products going off-patent from 2025 to 2037 we pulled together the dosage form and composition of these products. Please note that the composition may vary in…
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Investigation of Spray Drying Parameters to Formulate Novel Spray-Dried Proliposome Powder…
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Background: Spray drying, whilst a popularly employed technique for powder formulations, has limited applications for large-scale proliposome manufacture.
Objectives: Thus, the aim of this study was to investigate spray drying parameters, such as inlet temperature (80, 120, 160, and 200…
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3D Printed pH-responsive Colonic Capsules for the Delivery of Live Aqueous Bacterial Suspensions
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Delivering live bacterial therapeutics to the colon orally is challenging due to the harsh gastrointestinal (GI) conditions and/or the manufacturing processes involved in the production of dry formulations, which can drastically decrease cell viability. In previous work, we evaluated the…
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Exploring granulation in pharmaceuticals: the role of cellulose ethers
Solid pharmaceutical dosage forms, such as tablets and capsules, are the most used drug delivery systems, favored for their ease of production and patient preference. These forms combine active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with excipients that are carefully selected and processed to ensure…
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Mastering the Softgel Encapsulation Process: A Deep Dive into Precision Manufacturing
Softgel capsules are a cornerstone of modern pharmaceutical and nutraceutical industries, offering consumers a seamless, easy-to-swallow solution that enhances bioavailability and ensures precise dosing. This article will examine the intricate processes involved in softgel encapsulation,…
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Patent on controlled release formulations of highly lipophilic physiologically active substances
The patent application US20240139215A1 focuses on the development of controlled release formulations for highly lipophilic physiologically active substances, such as cannabinoids. These substances tend to have high lipid solubility (log P of 4 or more), making them difficult to deliver in a…
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From design to 3D printing: A proof-of-concept study for multiple unit particle systems (MUPS)…
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MUPS (multiple unit particle systems) are oral dosage forms consisting of small particles which are filled into capsules or compressed into tablets. Compared to monolithic sustained-release tablets, MUPS tablets rapidly disintegrate inside the stomach releasing the contained small…
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EUDRACAP® functional, ready-to-fill coated capsules for fast oral drug development
From optimized gastric resistance to enhanced bioavailability - EUDRACAP® leverages the functional versatility and safety of EUDRAGIT® to solve key challenges in oral drug delivery.
Pharmaceutical companies launching new oral drugs need the right coated capsule formulation to enhance performance…
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Evonik launched EUDRACAP® colon functional capsules for the targeted delivery of oral drugs
Press Release
Health Care, Essen, Germany, September 25, 2024
EUDRACAP® colon is the only functional, ready-to-fill capsule on the market targeting the ileo-colonic region
New capsule is available in technical grade with a GMP product in development
Further builds Evonik’s platform…
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