What are the advantages of soft gels?

Soft gels have many advantages compared to tablets and two-piece hard gelatin capsules.

Soft gels become more popular type of product in the markets because:
1. They are easier to swallow/administer.
2. Increase consumer confidence and compliance.
3. Can mask unpleasant flavours and odours.
4. Offer better bio-availability.
5. Dose content uniformity is optimized.
6. Can protect drug sensitive to oxidation or hydrolysis.
7. Provide a smooth, uniform appearance.
8. Can be in many colours, shapes and sizes.

What is soft gel?

Soft gelatin capsule or softgel is one piece, hermetically sealed with soft gelatin shells containing a liquid, a suspension, or a semisolid.

Soft gel

THE USAGE OF SOFT GEL:

Softgels are widely used in cosmeticeutical, nutraceutical, and prescription (Rx) and Over-the-counter (OTC) pharmaceutical products. 

Paintballs are  also manufactured using Softgel encapsulation machines.