Tag: Oral dosage forms

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

Lack of validated methods for testing capsule coatings.

April 29, 2025 Admin

Lack of validated methods for testing capsule coatings. Lack of validated methods for testing capsule coatings. Introduction: The pharmaceutical industry relies heavily on solid oral dosage forms, particularly capsules, for drug delivery. Capsules, whether hard or soft gelatin, often require coatings to enhance stability, control release, or mask taste. However, a critical gap persists in…

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

Difficulty in validating capsule sealing for high-viscosity formulations.

April 23, 2025 Admin

Difficulty in validating capsule sealing for high-viscosity formulations. Difficulty in Validating Capsule Sealing for High-Viscosity Formulations Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, the development and manufacturing of solid oral dosage forms, specifically capsules, play a crucial role in delivering medications effectively to patients. Capsules, particularly those filled with high-viscosity formulations, present unique challenges in sealing validation….

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

Inadequate systems for verifying cleaning agent effectiveness for lipid residues.

April 22, 2025 Admin

Inadequate systems for verifying cleaning agent effectiveness for lipid residues. Inadequate systems for verifying cleaning agent effectiveness for lipid residues. Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, the effectiveness of cleaning agents in removing lipid residues is crucial, particularly in the production of solid oral dosage forms like capsules. Inadequate cleaning can lead to cross-contamination, affecting product…

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

Challenges in validating capsule filling equipment for pediatric formulations.

April 12, 2025 Admin

Challenges in validating capsule filling equipment for pediatric formulations. Challenges in validating capsule filling equipment for pediatric formulations. Introduction: Pediatric formulations, especially in the form of capsules, present unique challenges in pharmaceutical manufacturing. The demand for precise dosing, patient compliance, and safety in pediatric populations necessitates rigorous validation of capsule filling equipment. Validation ensures that…

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

Lack of validated protocols for testing highly hydrophobic APIs.

April 2, 2025 Admin

Lack of validated protocols for testing highly hydrophobic APIs. Lack of validated protocols for testing highly hydrophobic APIs. Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, the development and testing of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) are crucial for ensuring drug efficacy and safety. However, one significant challenge that researchers and formulators face is dealing with highly hydrophobic APIs,…

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

Poor standardization of capsule defect classification criteria.

March 13, 2025 Admin

Poor standardization of capsule defect classification criteria. Poor standardization of capsule defect classification criteria. Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, capsules serve as a popular solid oral dosage form due to their ease of administration and ability to encapsulate a wide range of active pharmaceutical ingredients. However, the lack of standardized criteria for classifying capsule defects…

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

Resolving Coating Integrity Issues in Enteric-Coated Tablets

March 9, 2025 Admin

Resolving Coating Integrity Issues in Enteric-Coated Tablets Resolving Coating Integrity Issues in Enteric-Coated Tablets Introduction: Enteric-coated tablets are a critical component of modern pharmaceutical formulations. These specialized coatings are designed to withstand the acidic environment of the stomach, ensuring that the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) is released in the more neutral pH of the small…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

Poor recovery of residues in rinse sampling during validation.

March 9, 2025 Admin

Poor recovery of residues in rinse sampling during validation. Poor recovery of residues in rinse sampling during validation. Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, ensuring the cleanliness of manufacturing equipment is paramount. One of the critical aspects of cleaning validation is rinse sampling, which helps ensure that no residue from previous manufacturing processes remains on the…

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

What are the challenges in manufacturing capsules with highly potent APIs?

August 11, 2023July 31, 2023 Admin

Challenges in Manufacturing Capsules with Highly Potent APIs Manufacturing capsules with highly potent active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) presents unique challenges due to the increased risk associated with handling and processing these potent compounds. Highly potent APIs are those that have a pharmacological activity at very low doses, often in the microgram or even nanogram range….

Capsules (Hard & Soft Gelatin)

How are capsule formulations developed for pediatric use?

August 10, 2023July 31, 2023 Admin

Development of Capsule Formulations for Pediatric Use Developing capsule formulations for pediatric use requires careful consideration of various factors to ensure the safety, efficacy, and acceptability of the medication for children. Pediatric formulations need to be age-appropriate, easy to administer, and palatable. Here’s a step-by-step guide to the development of capsule formulations for pediatric use:…

Capsules (Hard & Soft Gelatin)