Capsules are solid dosage forms where medicinal agents and/or inert substances are enclosed within a small shell made of gelatin. They are mainly categorized into two types: hard gelatin capsules and soft gelatin capsules. 1. Hard Gelatin Capsules Definition: Hard gelatin capsules consist of two pieces: a body and a …
Dosage forms – Functions,Classification
The World Health Organization (WHO) defines a dosage form as follows: “A pharmaceutical product, in the form in which it is presented for use, containing one or more active ingredients usually mixed with excipients.” In pharmaceuticals, a unique way to make medicine for patients is a dosage form. It aims …