The Californian contract manufacturer, which specialises in providing specialty soft gelatin encapsulation to the nutraceutical industry, says that Carnisol is the only supplement containing Lonza's L-Carnipure micronized L-carnitine L-tartrate in a fatty-acid base, in soft gel capsule form. Not only does this delivery form make it easier to swallow, but it also offers better absorption. Issues with stability and capsule shell deterioration led Lonza and SGTI to embark on a collaborative project to develop stable soft gels that do not leak, become dry and brittle, or let the L-Carnitine deteriorate. Studies are planned to investigate the advantages of lipophilic delivery systems. Amongst these putative advantages is thought to be enhanced bioavailability. Ron Udell, president of SGTI, said: "Carnisol, now a registered trademark, joins the many branded products we are able to offer our customers. SGTI is proud to be affiliated with a respected supplier and manufacture a recognized, branded product." External links to companies or organisations mentioned in thisstory: Soft Gel Technologies Inc Lonza
