What are the advantages and models of HPMC empty capsules?

2023-10-08

1. Introduction to HPMC empty capsules:

HPMC is a derivative of cellulose, which has been used in food and drugs for over 40 years. It is a widely used pharmaceutical polymer material with excellent properties. In pharmaceuticals, it is commonly used as a thickener, film coating agent, slow-release formulation, pore-forming material, hydrophilic gelling agent, and can also be used as a solid dispersion material to improve the stability of drugs and the bioavailability of poorly soluble drugs.

 

2. Advantages of HPMC empty capsules:

HPMC capsules: Transparency and gloss are constantly improving, disintegration time is short and adjustable

① The raw material comes from plants

② Complies with the concept of “green”, “natural”, “organic”

③ Provide extra protection for some drugs and functional foods

④ Meet special religious, cultural and dietary needs

⑤ Avoid the risk of animal-derived diseases

 

3. Specifications and models of HPMC empty capsules:

Specifications: 000#, 00#, 00#L, 0#, 0#L, 1#, 2#, 3#, 4#, 5#

Classification by light-shielding agent: transparent, opaque, semi-transparent

Raw material: HPMC

Classification by color: colored, colorless