Enteric Gelatin Capsules Save Time, Costs and Avoid Fishy Burps
What are enteric capsules? Enteric capsules are designed to pass the stomach and release the active fill in the small intestine. It's like landing a space capsule: A deviation from the course must be avoided. The perfect landing area for enteric capsules: the small intestine; therefore enteric soft capsule gelatine prevents the release of medication or nutrient before it reaches the small intestine – like a break parachute that opens in the right place at the right time. Enteric-Coated Empty Gelatin Capsules What are the benefits of enteric gelatin capsules? Enteric capsules have great utility for things that either upset the stomach or must be digested in the intestines. Most enteric delivery systems are produced by applying an acid-insoluble coating to freshly produce soft capsules. This intensive two-step process adds time and costs to the operating expenditures of each enteric gelatin capsule. Additionally, this coating produces an opaque shell – w...