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Posted on: March 6 2013

Is it possible to divide venlafaxine retard 150mg into a preparation so that one obtains 60mg per capsule and maintains retardactivity?

Answer

This may seem possible but the preparation will require extra time and some dose of patience.

start by weighing the contents of 1 capsule veniafaxin retard 150mg and calculate which mass of pellets corresponds to 60mg active ingredient. Then weigh this mass for 20 times in a weighing bowl, if 20 capsules need to be prepared. Each quantity is filled one by one in a capsule. One can use a spatula with a point-shaped spoon. Or maybe it is possible to fold a small funnel out Of paper, which fits in the capsule so as to pour the pellets into the capsule? Dexterity is Trump!