DETERMINATION OF CAPSULE SIZE FOR FORMULATION:

Formulation of Capsules includes active ingredient and excipients (Fillers, Disintegrant and Glidant / Lubricant).

Particle size distribution (PSD) and bulk density (BD/TD) of API/Excipients is important parameter in the selection of capsule size.

Determination of appropriate capsule size for formulation:

Blend with BD 0.4 g/cc and fill weight 200 mg to filled

D= M/V     0.4 = 200 /v    V = 0.5ml

Capsule Size = 1

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