More Information: These capsules are produced from pharmaceutical grade gelatine, which ensures the activated charcoal is released within 2-4 minutes, veggie capsules are produced from materials which dissolve at a much slower rate and may take over 20 minutes to release the contents. It is for this reason JL Braggs Charcoal capsules release the active faster and get to work relieving the symptoms of indigestion faster than some other products.