extended-release film coated capsule
- Guideline or reference source
- SNMDCT SNOMED CT dosage forms
- Definition
- A solid dosage form in which the drug is enclosed within either a hard or soft soluble container or 'shell' made from a suitable form of gelatin; additionally, the capsule is covered in a designated film coating, and which releases a drug (or drugs) in such a manner to allow at least a reduction in dosing frequency as compared to that drug (or drugs) presented as a conventional dosage form.
- Broader Term
- extended-release capsule
- extended-release film
- Related Term
- extended-release film coated tablet
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