Drug release behavior is analyzed with dissolution testing, which simulates the behavior of capsule, bead, and enteric-coated tablets in vitro. Examples of the most popular dissolution apparatus include the paddle apparatus and the reciprocating cylinder, which are utilized in the dissolution studies of extended-release products.
Key considerations for purchasing dissolution equipment include the formulation of the compound, the type of reagents required for dissolution testing, the particular excipient utilized in the formulation, laboratory conditions, and regulatory compliance requirements.
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