DR caps ™ gastro-resistant capsule of vegetable origin (hypromellose, gellan gum)

DR caps™ is a vegetable capsule made from hypromellose (HPMC), a polymer derived from cellulose, and gellan gum, a natural gelling agent. Unlike standard animal-gelatin capsules, it is suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets. Its gastro-resistant design gives it delayed-release properties when exposed to the acidic environment of the stomach. Thanks to this mechanism, the capsule's contents are released more slowly and progressively along the digestive tract. This helps protect active ingredients that are sensitive to gastric acidity and supports optimal absorption in the intestine, where permeability is most favourable. DR caps™ is particularly relevant for ingredients whose stability or bioavailability may be compromised by stomach pH, such as certain probiotics, enzymes or micronutrients. This capsule format therefore represents a sound technological choice for improving the efficacy and digestive tolerability of a formulation.