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How toxic are softgel capsules?

By Craig Russell, Lecturer, Pharmacy, Aston University

Softgel capsules — the smooth, easy-to-swallow form of many medications and supplements — are increasingly popular for delivering everything from vitamins to omega-3s. These capsules, made of a liquid centre inside a soft, flexible shell, offer convenience and effectiveness. But they’ve also come under growing scrutiny for one surprising reason: plasticisers.

To make the capsule shell soft and pliable, manufacturers often use plasticisers – chemicals called…

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