Delves into all aspects of R&D and manufacturing of all oral solid dose (OSD) forms. Tracks industry trends. Relays latest applied research relevant to OSDs. Provides “how to” information for the latest techniques in formulation/excipients, tablet manufacturing, capsule filling and other aspects of the process—including logistics like supply-chain management.
The pharmaceutical industry is facing a paradigm shift as it moves toward a more streamlined, cost-effective, and time-sensitive approach to drug development. With the growth of formulation ...
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The field of pharmaceutical oral solid dosage drug delivery faces several challenges, including the harsh gastrointestinal tract (GIT) environment, low bioavailability, and patient-centric issues. The...
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Functional pharmaceutical excipients play a crucial role in improving the bioavailability of oral solid dosage products. Many active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) exhibit poor solubility and low ...
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Probably best known for being used to make gimmicky horror movies and for those cheaply made cardboard glasses with red and green lenses, 3D technology has in fact been around for a long time. The ...
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There are two common techniques for dry granulation used in the pharmaceutical industry: roller compaction and slugging. However, both these methods have some limitations. First, tablets with dry ...
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In the early stages of pharmaceutical product development, API is typically in scarce supply as synthesis routes are not yet optimized for large-scale production. With only small amounts of valuable ...
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Often expressed in terms of relative humidity, water vapor can be a major source of contamination affecting product performance across various industries. Prescription and over the counter (OTC) drugs...
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The statement seems obvious on its face; however, medication non-adherence continues to plague healthcare in the U.S. It has been reported that annually medication non-adherence accounts for up to 50%...
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In one form or another, this quote has been attributed to various people in differing contexts. Some used it to describe falling in love; others, falling asleep. In his masterpiece The Sun Also Rises,...
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Tomoki Kishi, General Manager for Maruho Hatsujyo Innovations, Inc. (MHI): Maruho Hatsujyo Innovations (MHI) is the U.S. subsidiary of multinational Japan-based healthcare company Maruho Co. Ltd. ...
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