Tag: formulation science

Managing Layer Delamination Issues in Multi-Layer Tablets During Validation

May 12, 2025 Admin

Managing Layer Delamination Issues in Multi-Layer Tablets During Validation Managing Layer Delamination Issues in Multi-Layer Tablets During Validation Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, multi-layer tablets are a popular dosage form due to their ability to deliver multiple drugs or distinct release profiles in a single tablet. However, manufacturing such tablets comes with its own set…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

Investigating Non-Uniform Dissolution in Enteric-Coated Tablets During Testing

April 30, 2025 Admin

Investigating Non-Uniform Dissolution in Enteric-Coated Tablets During Testing Investigating Non-Uniform Dissolution in Enteric-Coated Tablets During Testing Introduction: The pharmaceutical industry constantly strives to develop effective drug delivery mechanisms, with enteric-coated tablets serving as a crucial form of solid dosage. These tablets are designed to resist the acidic environment of the stomach, releasing their active ingredients…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

Addressing Deviations in Stability Studies for Bilayer Tablets

April 27, 2025 Admin

Addressing Deviations in Stability Studies for Bilayer Tablets Addressing Deviations in Stability Studies for Bilayer Tablets Introduction: Bilayer tablets have emerged as a versatile drug delivery system, offering the advantage of combining two different drugs or formulations with varied release profiles in a single dosage form. This innovation not only improves patient compliance but also…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

Challenges in assessing the stability of capsules containing biological APIs.

April 27, 2025 Admin

Challenges in assessing the stability of capsules containing biological APIs. Challenges in assessing the stability of capsules containing biological APIs. Introduction: The pharmaceutical industry is increasingly focusing on the development of capsules containing biological Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) due to their potential in treating various complex diseases. However, ensuring the stability of these capsules poses…

Capsules (Hard & Soft Gelatin), Solid Oral Dosage Forms

Poor validation of capsule weight variation for powders with low bulk density.

April 23, 2025 Admin

Poor validation of capsule weight variation for powders with low bulk density. Poor validation of capsule weight variation for powders with low bulk density. Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, the formulation and manufacture of capsules are crucial for ensuring patient safety and therapeutic efficacy. Capsules, particularly solid oral dosage forms, remain a popular choice due…

Capsules (Hard & Soft Gelatin), Solid Oral Dosage Forms

Poor reproducibility in capsule drying validation results for multi-layer formulations.

April 19, 2025 Admin

Poor reproducibility in capsule drying validation results for multi-layer formulations. Poor reproducibility in capsule drying validation results for multi-layer formulations. Introduction: The pharmaceutical industry continuously strives to enhance the quality and efficacy of solid oral dosage forms, including capsules. Among these, multi-layer formulations have gained popularity due to their ability to deliver complex dosing regimens…

Capsules (Hard & Soft Gelatin), Solid Oral Dosage Forms

Challenges in assessing stability of capsules with non-aqueous fills.

April 18, 2025 Admin

Challenges in assessing stability of capsules with non-aqueous fills. Challenges in assessing stability of capsules with non-aqueous fills. Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, ensuring the stability of drug products is crucial for maintaining efficacy and safety. Capsules, both hard and soft gelatin, are popular solid oral dosage forms. However, when these capsules are filled with…

Capsules (Hard & Soft Gelatin), Solid Oral Dosage Forms

Poor reproducibility in API stability data for high-dose capsules.

April 15, 2025 Admin

Poor reproducibility in API stability data for high-dose capsules. Poor reproducibility in API stability data for high-dose capsules Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, the stability of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) is crucial for ensuring drug safety and efficacy. For high-dose capsules, achieving consistent and reproducible stability data is particularly challenging. Variability in stability data can…

Capsules (Hard & Soft Gelatin), Solid Oral Dosage Forms

Investigating Stability of Coating Polymers Under UV Exposure

April 6, 2025 Admin

Investigating Stability of Coating Polymers Under UV Exposure Investigating Stability of Coating Polymers Under UV Exposure Introduction: The stability of coating polymers under ultraviolet (UV) exposure is a crucial aspect of pharmaceutical development, particularly for solid dosage forms like tablets. Coating polymers serve multiple functions: they protect the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API), control the release…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

High variability in capsule weight due to uneven powder blending.

March 31, 2025 Admin

High variability in capsule weight due to uneven powder blending. High Variability in Capsule Weight Due to Uneven Powder Blending Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, ensuring consistent capsule weight is critical for maintaining drug efficacy and patient safety. High variability in capsule weight can lead to suboptimal therapeutic outcomes and regulatory non-compliance. Uneven powder blending…

Capsules (Hard & Soft Gelatin), Solid Oral Dosage Forms

Addressing Over-Lubrication in Powder Blends During Compression

March 25, 2025 Admin

Addressing Over-Lubrication in Powder Blends During Compression Addressing Over-Lubrication in Powder Blends During Compression Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, the production of high-quality tablets is pivotal. The tablet compression process is a critical phase where powder blends are transformed into solid dosage forms. However, one of the common challenges faced during this process is over-lubrication,…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

Addressing Layer Separation in Multi-Layer Tablets During Compression

March 22, 2025 Admin

Addressing Layer Separation in Multi-Layer Tablets During Compression Addressing Layer Separation in Multi-Layer Tablets During Compression Introduction: Multi-layer tablets have become an integral part of modern pharmaceutical dosage forms, offering the ability to combine multiple active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and release profiles in a single unit. This design provides enhanced patient compliance and optimized therapeutic…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets