Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hard-gelatin-capsule
Noun
/hɑrd ˈdʒɛlətɪn ˈkæp-suːl/
Definition
A hard-gelatin capsule is a type of pharmaceutical product that consists of a two-piece shell made from gelatin, commonly used to contain powdered or pelletized medication.
Examples
- The patient was prescribed a hard-gelatin capsule filled with the prescribed medication.
- Hard-gelatin capsules are often preferred for their ease of swallowing.
- Many dietary supplements are sold in hard-gelatin capsule form.
Meaning
This capsule is designed to dissolve quickly in the stomach, allowing for the efficient release and absorption of the enclosed medication.
Synonyms
- gelatin capsule
- hard capsule
- capsule shell
