Capsules

Definition Capsules are solid and single-dose dosage forms of medicine of various shapes and sizes, usually intended for ingestion. This article refers to hard capsules. Soft capsules are covered in a separate article. Hard capsules, unlike them, do not contain plasticizers. Capsules consist of a capsule shell and the filling material, which contains the active … Capsules

Mannitol: Effects, Uses & Risks

Mannitol is a drug that belongs to the active substance class of diuretics. Mannitol is the most commonly used osmodiuretic for the prophylactic treatment of renal failure. What is mannitol? Mannitol is the most commonly used osmodiuretic for the prophylactic treatment of renal failure. Mannitol, also known as mannitol, is a sugar alcohol (noncyclic polyols) … Mannitol: Effects, Uses & Risks