| abstract |
The present invention relates to microcapsules and to methods for preparing the same, the microcapsules comprising a polymeric coating, the polymeric coating being at least partly crosslinked with a polymeric matrix comprising a polysaccharide, wherein in the matrix a lipid and an active agent or a prodrug or salt thereof are embedded, the lipid preferably having a melting point of at least 30 °C. Furthermore, the present invention relates to microcapsules for use as a medicament, dietary supplement or food additive, the microcapsules comprising a polymeric coating, the polymeric coating being at least partly crosslinked with a polymeric matrix comprising a polysaccharide, wherein in the matrix a lipid and an active agent or a prodrug or salt thereof are embedded, the lipid preferably having a melting point of at least 30 °C. Further, the present invention relates to a method for treating diarrhoea or preventing colon cancer comprising administering such microcapsules. |