1 to produce the proper capsule fill volume; to provide cohesion to the powders, 2 to assist the break-up and distribution of the capsule contents 3 to enhance the flow properties of the powder mix 4 to facilitate wetting of the dry powder

1 diluent/filler (e.g. Lactose, microcrystalline cellulose and starch) 2 disintegrants/disintegration agents (e.g. pregelatinized starch, croscarmellose and sodium starch glycolate) 3 lubricant or glidant (e.g. fumed silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate, calcium stearate, stearic acid, or talc (0.25%-1%)) 4 wetting agents (e.g. surfactants, as sodium lauryl sulfate)