Formulation Development

Pharmaceutical formulation development is the critical step which links the discovery of a novel drug to commercialization. During this step, formulation scientists will determine the best drug delivery vehicle and dosage form needed to deliver a therapeutic effect based on bioavailability or other factors. Below you can explore articles, industry trends, and curated products which can help increase formulation development efficiency.

Testing of High-Risk Drug Components for Diethylene Glycol and Ethylene Glycol
Ethylene Glycol and Diethylene Glycol contamination in liquid formulations pose significant safety risks. In recent years, multiple fatalities have been reported due to the presence of these contaminants in drug products. This article covers testing high-risk drug components for Diethylene Glycol and Ethylene Glycol. read more
From Bitter to Better: How Capsules Improve Patient Acceptance of Medications
Understanding and enhancing patient acceptability towards medication regimens, particularly within the pharmaceutical sector, is paramount for achieving optimal therapeutical outcomes. Patient acceptability encompasses the willingness and ability of both patients and caregivers to utilize medications as prescribed. In pharmaceuticals particularly, ... read more
Ambitious Data Project? System Validation is Not the Enemy; a Pragmatic, Proactive Approach Can Help Structure Ideas
In any industry under strict regulatory control, GxP (‘good practice’) systems need to be formally validated as being robust and reliable in their ability to fulfill their intended purpose. This necessitates a process of computer system validation (CSV) - or assurance (CSA), which is coming to be understood as a lighter-weight, streamlined option, ... read more

Ten Things You Should Know Before Contracting a Custom Synthesis Project
Companies often need to arrange for the synthesis of test substances to support research and development efforts. read more
Intact Mass Analysis of Therapeutic Proteins
Mass Analysis is routinely performed during the characterization of proteins or as an identity test in the pharmaceutical industry to confirm the structure of a biotherapeutic protein. read more
Fluid Bed Granulation and Melt Granulation in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Granulation has been employed within the pharmaceutical industry for decades. read more
VIVAPUR® MCG - a Powerful Stabilizer for Nasal Sprays
Dispersible cellulose is a multifunctional and commonly used stabilizer for nasal sprays containing APIs. read more
Hydroxypropyl Cellulose for Orally Disintegrating Film Drug Application
Hydroxypropyl cellulose (HPC) is a water-soluble polymer that has film formation properties with excellent plasticity. Its hydroxypropyl groups drive the solubilization of the cellulose thus hindering the hydrogen bonding of the hydroxyl groups. In this study, we evaluated the applicability and effectiveness of HPC in Orally ... read more

Optimizing Lipid Nanoparticles (LNPs) Processing for siRNA Delivery by Microfluidics System
Optimizing lipid nanoparticles (LNPs) processing for siRNA delivery by microfluidics system read more

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