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Vegicaps® Soft capsules from Catalent Pharma Solutions are an alternative to traditional softgels, developed to be compatible with many liquid-fill pharmaceutical formulations. The technology behind Vegicaps® Soft capsules is patent-protected.
The development of Vegicaps® Soft capsules for pharmaceutical applications represents a pioneering combination of scientific advancement and commercial purpose that serves both manufacturers and consumers. For manufacturers, this new technology allows softgels to be considered for an expanded number of both prescription and over-the-counter products. For consumers, Vegicaps® Soft capsules – already widely used in health and nutritional products – are a natural evolution for the pharmaceutical market.
Vegicaps® Soft capsules features and benefits:
- Multicultural appeal for broad consumer and patient acceptance
- Compatible with an extensive range of fill formulations
- Proven chemical and physical stability
- Capsule shell provides excellent protection for oxygen-sensitive fill ingredients
- Ingredients have worldwide regulatory acceptability
Multicultural and market-friendly appeal
The shells of these softgels are made with plant-derived ingredients. Vegicaps® Soft capsules are an alternative dosage form that is accepted by virtually all cultural groups. The vegetarian nature of the capsule shells used in Vegicaps® Soft capsules now allows an even broader range of products to benefit from the advantages and conveniences of softgel delivery.
A unique composition with unique product benefits
The Vegicaps® Soft capsules shell is formulated using the following ingredients:
- Modified starch
- Carrageenan (extracted from red seaweed)
- Disodium phosphate
- Glycerol and/or sorbitol
- Purified water
The benefits of the novel Vegicaps® Soft capsules include:
- A wide range of formulation options
- Excellent stability – the shell mass is not degraded by chemically aggressive ingredients
- Vegicaps® Soft capsules can withstand elevated filling temperatures without adversely affecting the capsule quality – this allows highly viscous liquids and semisolids to be successfully encapsulated
- Capsule seals exhibit improved resistance to corrosive materials, minimizing the possibility of leakage
- Capsules exhibit low odor, taste and aftertaste
- Wide selection of shapes, sizes and colors to help build product and brand recognition
For capabilities that meet your needs, and outcomes that exceed your expectations, partner with Catalent today. For more information fill out our contact us form or call a member of our sales staff toll-free at 866.720.3148.