Gelatin hollow capsule A hard hollow capsule made of gelatin and auxiliary materials. The shape of the capsule is slender and easy to swallow. It is the most popular dosage form among consumers. In addition, capsules can effectively mask the unpleasant taste and smell of the contents, truly making the medicine no longer bitter to the mouth.
Capsules can hold various powders, liquids, semi-solids and tablets. In addition, capsules have good bioavailability due to the rapid, reliable and safe dissolution of the capsules.
Gelatin hollow capsule is cylinder-shaped, which is a hard and elastic empty capsule composed of a cap and a body that can be clamped or locked. The capsule should be smooth, uniform color, smooth incision, no deformation, no odor. This product is divided into three kinds: transparent (two sections do not contain sunblock), translucent (only one section contains sunblock), opaque (two sections contain sunblock).
Most capsules are made of gelatin. Gelatin is widely used in many foods, such as puddings, sweets, preserves, chewable candies, icing, food douches and dips. In food, gelatin helps solidify, thicken, stabilize, and aerate foods. It is a popular ingredient that is rich in nutrients and low in fat. Gelatin itself is a water-soluble protein derived from collagen, the main natural protein component of connective tissue. Gelatin is obtained from the skin and bones of animals through a controlled extraction process. There are many types of gelatin. The capsules are made from pharmaceutical grade gelatin that meets the strict requirements for use in pharmaceutical products. The capsule is made by forming a thin film of gelatin over a stainless steel mold. The gelatin film is then dried and hardened into a capsule, which is then removed from the mold. There are generally two sizes of molds, one for the capsule body and the other for the larger diameter cap.