Tag: pharmaceutical best practices

Addressing Fines Segregation in Roller Compaction for Large-Scale Tablets

March 15, 2025 Admin

Addressing Fines Segregation in Roller Compaction for Large-Scale Tablets Addressing Fines Segregation in Roller Compaction for Large-Scale Tablets Introduction: In the realm of pharmaceutical manufacturing, roller compaction is a critical granulation method frequently employed for the production of large-scale tablets. This process is favored for its ability to handle heat and moisture-sensitive compounds without requiring…

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Managing Hardness Failures in Bilayer Tablets During Testing

March 15, 2025 Admin

Managing Hardness Failures in Bilayer Tablets During Testing Managing Hardness Failures in Bilayer Tablets During Testing Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, bilayer tablets have emerged as a sophisticated solution for delivering multiple drugs or varied release profiles within a single dosage form. This innovation not only enhances patient compliance but also optimizes therapeutic efficacy by…

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Troubleshooting Over-Spray in Sugar-Coating Machines

March 15, 2025 Admin

Troubleshooting Over-Spray in Sugar-Coating Machines Troubleshooting Over-Spray in Sugar-Coating Machines Introduction: Sugar-coating is a traditional and widely used technique in the pharmaceutical industry to enhance the appearance, taste, and stability of tablets. However, one of the common challenges faced during the sugar-coating process is over-spray, which can lead to product imperfections and inefficiencies. This blog…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

Difficulty in ensuring consistent performance of capsule sealing equipment.

March 14, 2025 Admin

Difficulty in ensuring consistent performance of capsule sealing equipment. Difficulty in ensuring consistent performance of capsule sealing equipment. Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, the use of capsules as a dosage form is widespread due to their ease of production, patient compliance, and ability to encapsulate a variety of drugs. The capsule sealing process is a…

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

Troubleshooting Residual Binder Issues in Granulation Equipment During Validation

March 14, 2025 Admin

Troubleshooting Residual Binder Issues in Granulation Equipment During Validation Troubleshooting Residual Binder Issues in Granulation Equipment During Validation Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, ensuring the quality and efficacy of solid dosage forms like tablets is paramount. Granulation is a critical process in tablet manufacturing, where powders are agglomerated to form granules, enhancing flowability and compressibility…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

Challenges in validating capsule coating processes.

March 14, 2025 Admin

Challenges in validating capsule coating processes. Challenges in Validating Capsule Coating Processes Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, the coating of capsules—both hard and soft gelatin—is a critical step in ensuring product stability, controlled release, and patient compliance. Validating these coating processes is essential for maintaining product efficacy and safety. This article explores the challenges of…

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

Managing Documentation Errors in Coating Processes

March 14, 2025 Admin

Managing Documentation Errors in Coating Processes Managing Documentation Errors in Coating Processes Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, coating processes are critical in ensuring that tablets meet both aesthetic and functional requirements. Proper documentation in these processes is vital, not only for maintaining quality and consistency but also for complying with regulatory standards. This article delves…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

Difficulty in establishing validated cleaning cycles for capsule filling equipment.

March 14, 2025 Admin

Difficulty in establishing validated cleaning cycles for capsule filling equipment. Difficulty in establishing validated cleaning cycles for capsule filling equipment. Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, maintaining the integrity and safety of drug products is paramount. Solid oral dosage forms, particularly capsules, require stringent manufacturing processes to ensure they meet quality standards. A critical aspect of…

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

Ensuring Adequacy of Compressed Air Filters for Coating Machines

March 13, 2025 Admin

Ensuring Adequacy of Compressed Air Filters for Coating Machines Ensuring Adequacy of Compressed Air Filters for Coating Machines Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, ensuring the integrity and quality of tablet coatings is paramount. Compressed air systems play a pivotal role in the operation of coating machines, making the adequacy of compressed air filters crucial. These…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

Resolving Failures in Disintegration Testing for Sustained Release Tablets

March 13, 2025 Admin

Resolving Failures in Disintegration Testing for Sustained Release Tablets Resolving Failures in Disintegration Testing for Sustained Release Tablets Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, ensuring the efficacy and safety of solid dosage forms such as tablets is paramount. Sustained release tablets, designed to release a drug at a predetermined rate, present unique challenges in quality control,…

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Managing Failures in Moisture Content Tests for Coated Tablets

March 13, 2025 Admin

Managing Failures in Moisture Content Tests for Coated Tablets Managing Failures in Moisture Content Tests for Coated Tablets Introduction: Moisture content tests are an essential part of ensuring the quality, safety, and efficacy of coated tablets in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Accurate moisture levels are crucial as they impact the physical and chemical stability of the tablet,…

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Controlling Dust Contamination in Coating Machines

March 13, 2025 Admin

Controlling Dust Contamination in Coating Machines Controlling Dust Contamination in Coating Machines Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, maintaining the quality and safety of drug products is paramount. One critical aspect of this is the control of dust contamination in coating machines used in the production of tablets. Dust contamination can lead to significant quality control…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets