Newsletter | January 22, 2026

01.22.26 -- Multiparticulates, Minitabs, And Microencapsulation For Improved Patient Adherence

Maintaining Drug Bioavailability And Masking Taste With Microencapsulation

There are several technologies available for microencapsulating drugs. Finding a contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that possesses the experience and expertise necessary to optimize a drug’s efficacy and manufacturing during formulation is integral to a product’s ultimate clinical and commercial success.

 

A Taste Masked And Easily Swallowed Malaria Drug For Elderly Patients

Dysphagia significantly reduces treatment compliance, particularly in elderly patients. While compounded formulations are common, they can compromise product quality. Uncover how microencapsulation enabled a water-soluble powder that improves patient adherence.

 

Delivering Child-Friendly, Broad-Range Dosing For Toddlers

A European pharmaceutical company sought to improve pancreatic enzyme delivery for patients with swallowing difficulties, especially children. Learn how MMTS™ enabled sprinkle-on dosing, broad dose flexibility, G-tube compatibility, and improved adherence across ages.

 

Multiparticulates For Modified Release Systems

Multiparticulates enable tailored drug release with improved flexibility, dose accuracy, and patient convenience, leveraging technologies like Diffucaps® for customized profiles including immediate, delayed, extended, and pulsatile delivery.

 

Removing Bitter Drug Taste In Pediatric Formulations With Microcaps

A drug sponsor developed a taste-masked, convenient formulation of a very bitter API for HIV patients ages two and older. Discover how a powder dosage form overcame challenges with at-home administration, storage conditions, and flexible dosing requirements.