Soft gel capsules are dosage forms that have an oblong and smooth casing that encapsulates a liquid. The soft gel casing (or gel-mass) is formulated by mixing together gelatin (or alternative material) with water, plasticizer and other ingredients. Historically, soft gel casings have been prepared in a batch mixing operation that takes many hours to complete.
The FDA opened an expedited IND pilot, tightened scrutiny of foreign trial data, and finalized a rule recognizing non-animal testing methods. In Europe, the EMA advanced pharmaceutical legislation reform, restricted 2 legacy products, and opened an injectable-iron safety review.
Ron Scarboro, Azurity Pharmaceuticals, explains why real-world usability belongs at product definition and how post-launch feedback should guide drug formulation.
Gene manufacturing platforms, patient-centric formulations, contract services, packaging innovations, and sterile filling lines are in the spotlight at CPHI Milan 2026.