We all know that feeling... a sudden, pounding headache hits you, making it impossible to focus. Or perhaps it's throbbing toothache or debilitating period pain. No matter the source of your discomfort, when pain strikes, quick relief is essential. Our RAPISOL^® fast-release gelatin delivers just that in a softgel capsule designed for rapid dissolution of its pain-relieving contents.

Speedy softgels

While traditional tablets are capable of incorporating a high concentration of active ingredients in a solid form, they require more time to break down in the digestive system. This delay can mean inconsistent absorption rates, with painkillers such as aspirin, ibuprofen and acetaminophen/paracetamol possibly not reaching the bloodstream as quickly as necessary for effective pain relief. In contrast, softgels, with their liquid fillings, dissolve faster, allowing the body to rapidly absorb the active ingredients. For instance, research has shown that ibuprofen softgels achieve peak plasma concentrations faster than equivalent tablet forms, resulting in quicker relief for the patient (1). This speed is obviously crucial for people dealing with sudden and acute pain, and manufacturers therefore need an excipient for their softgel production that not only provides rapid relief but also maintains stability throughout its shelf life.

Rapid dissolution

RAPISOL^® is our revolutionary fast-release gelatin. It contains small amounts of non-gelling super-hydrolysate gelatin, specially cut in a patented process that controls the molecular weight distribution. The combination of small and large gelatin molecules can block potential sites where the gelatin could react with itself or the active ingredients. By reducing these interactions, the stability of the softgels is improved and the rate at which the capsules dissolve in the body is significantly increased – and remains so throughout their shelf life.

In fact, RAPISOL^® ensures that its contents are delivered within five minutes – three times faster than conventional gelatin softgels. This rapid release ensures that the active ingredients quickly reach the bloodstream to deliver their beneficial effects. Our performance tests have demonstrated that even after six months of storage in simulated hot, humid conditions, RAPISOL^® maintains its effectiveness, performing just as well as freshly produced softgels. The accelerated fill release means RAPISOL^® promises peace of mind for those in need of immediate relief.

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Reference

(1) Benza, Habiba & Munyendo, Were. (2011). A review of progress and challenges in soft gelatin capsules formulations for oral administration. International Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences Review and Research. 10. 20 - 24.