Extended Release Film Coated Capsule Dosage Form - CISMeF
Extended Release Film Coated Capsule Dosage FormNCIt concept
Preferred Label : Extended Release Film Coated Capsule Dosage Form;
NCIt synonyms : Extended Release Film Coated Capsule Dose Form; XR Film Coated Cap; ER Film Coated Cap;
NCIt related terms : Extended Release Film Coated Capsule; CAPSULE, FILM COATED, EXTENDED RELEASE; CAP FILM COATED ER;
NCIt definition : A capsule covered with a thin layer of water soluble or insoluble polymer and is designed
to release active and/or inert ingredient(s) at a controlled, prolonged rate so as
to reduce dosing frequency.;
Alternative definition : CDISC: 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.;