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Softgel Development & Manufacturing 

Solving complex formulation, stability, and scale-up challenges for high-potency and sensitive APIs. 

Advanced Softgel Solutions for Complex Molecules

Softgels are one of the most versatile and patient-preferred dosage formats in modern medicine - especiallly for poorly soluble, mositure-sensitive, oxidation-prone, and high-potency APIs. As Ireland's only pharmaceutical softgel manufacturer, and one of the a few in Europe, Eirgen provides a specialized, rapid, and globally compliant pathway from early formulation through commercial supply. 

Our platform combines deep formulation science, purpose-built high-containment infrastructure, and an accelerated development model, enabling partners to bring challenging softgel products to market with greater stability, performance, and speed. 

Why Softgels?

A versatile, patient-preferred dosage form for complex small molecules.

Enhanced Solubility & Absorption

Improves solubility and boosts absorption for poorly water-soluble molecules. 

Patient-Preferred Format (Easy Swallow)

Offers easy swallowing and high patient acceptance for better adherence. 

Protects Sensitive APIs (Moisture, Oxidation, Light)

Safeguards moisture-, light-, and oxidation-sensitive APIs for greater stability.

Precise Dosing & Uniformity

Delivers consistent fill weight and dose accuracy across every capsule. 

Improves Bioavailability &

PK Profile

Optimizes drug uptake through lipid-based and tailored fill systems. 

Accelerates Early Development & POC

Fast-tracks formulation and proof-of-concept for complex small molecules. 

High-Potency & Cytotoxic Friendly

Enables safe, contained delivery of high-potency and cytotoxic compounds

Supports Lifecycle Management 

Ideal for reformulations, line extensions, and market differentiation.

Eirgen Softgel Expertise

Our scientists, engineers, and analytical teams specialize in delivering high-potency, moisture-sensitive and complex softgel formulations using advanced capsule shell engineering and stabilization systems. 

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High-Potency Containment 

Advanced Capsule Engineering

Stability & Bioavailability Enhancement

Technical Capabilities

Our softgel capability is built on high-containment engineering, advanced formulation design, and continuous in-process control - enabling Eirgen to reliably deliver complex, high-potency softgels with stability, precision, and predictable scalability.

High-Potency

Softgel Expertise

Purpose-designed encapsulation systems that maintain full containment and process control for potent and cytotoxic APIs.

Custom Capsule

Shell Technologies

Engineered shell materials and compositions tailored to support challenging fills, enhance protection, and optimize product stability.

Atypical & High-Viscosity Encapsulation

Specialized process trains capable of processing lipid-based, high-viscosity, or unconventional fill systems with consistent performance.

Real-Time PAT Monitoring

Inline monitoring tools that deliver continuous insight into critical parameters, improving batch consistency and shortening release timelines. 

Moisture & Oxidation

Management Systems

Controlled environments and stabilization methods that reduce degradation risks for sensitive or reactive APIs.

Scalable GMP

Manufacturing Pathways

Reproducible processes designed to transition efficiently from development to commercial production without major redesign. 

Accelerated Development & Commercialization

PREFORMULATION

Early feasibility, API assessment, & solubility pathways

PROTOTYPE DEVELOPMENT

Formulation options, shell design, & compatibility trials

PILOT-SCALE TRIALS

Process optimization with PAT & controlled parameters

GMP SCALE-UP

High-containment lines = validated, reproducible output

COMMERCIAL MANUFACTURING

Globally aligned supply with FDA/EMA/ PMDA-ready

systems

Performance at a Glance

3.5 Months

Development ->

Submission Batch

Accelerated execution for rapid regulatory filing.

500% Increase

Throughput Expansion 

(2024 - 2025)

Significant boost in softgel capacity via engineered process optimization. 

8 Months

Concept -> Commercial Supply

Proven ability to fast-track complex softgel programs.

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Operational &
Market Impact

Eirgen's rapid scale-up and operational maturity have transformed its softgel platform into a reliable, high-capacity solution for partners targeting complex small-molecule markets. ​

  • 500% throughput increase (2024-2025)

  • Multiple new long-term client partnerships

  • Expansion into new therapeutic areas via softgel innovation 

  • Faster release cycles enabled by inline analytics 

  • Strengthened global position as a high-potency softgel CDMO

Lower Solvent Usage

200%+ solvent reduction across key softgel programs.

Ready to Accelerate Your Softgel Program? 

Speak with our specialists to explore your formulation, scale-up, or commercialization needs.

Explore Our OSD Development & Manufacturing Capabilities 

Supporting high-potency, cytotoxic, genotoxic, and complex oral solid dose product from early formulation through commercial supply.

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