Tag: pharmaceutical best practices

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 Non-Uniform Coating Layers in Sustained Release Tablets

March 30, 2025 Admin

Addressing Non-Uniform Coating Layers in Sustained Release Tablets Addressing Non-Uniform Coating Layers in Sustained Release Tablets Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, sustained release tablets play a crucial role in ensuring consistent drug delivery over an extended period. The coating of these tablets is not just a protective layer but a critical component that influences the…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

Ensuring Consistency in Batch-to-Batch Content Uniformity for Tablets

March 30, 2025 Admin

Ensuring Consistency in Batch-to-Batch Content Uniformity for Tablets Ensuring Consistency in Batch-to-Batch Content Uniformity for Tablets Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, ensuring consistency in batch-to-batch content uniformity of tablets is paramount. Content uniformity is crucial for maintaining the safety and efficacy of medications. Variability in the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) distribution can lead to suboptimal…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

Inadequate systems for detecting air bubbles in soft gelatin capsules.

March 29, 2025 Admin

Inadequate systems for detecting air bubbles in soft gelatin capsules. Inadequate Systems for Detecting Air Bubbles in Soft Gelatin Capsules Introduction: Soft gelatin capsules are a popular dosage form in the pharmaceutical industry due to their ease of swallowing and ability to encapsulate a wide range of active ingredients. However, ensuring the quality and integrity…

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

Addressing Deviations in Batch Records for Multi-Layer Tablets

March 28, 2025 Admin

Addressing Deviations in Batch Records for Multi-Layer Tablets Addressing Deviations in Batch Records for Multi-Layer Tablets Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, the production of multi-layer tablets presents unique challenges due to their sophisticated structure and intricate manufacturing process. Multi-layer tablets are designed to deliver multiple active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) or to provide controlled release profiles,…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

Troubleshooting Uneven Coating Distribution in Film-Coated Tablets

March 28, 2025 Admin

Troubleshooting Uneven Coating Distribution in Film-Coated Tablets Troubleshooting Uneven Coating Distribution in Film-Coated Tablets Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, the film coating of tablets is a critical process that enhances the tablet’s aesthetic appeal, provides protection against environmental factors, and can help in controlling the release of the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API). However, achieving a…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

Addressing Over-Drying in Sugar-Coated Tablets During Curing

March 27, 2025 Admin

Addressing Over-Drying in Sugar-Coated Tablets During Curing Addressing Over-Drying in Sugar-Coated Tablets During Curing Introduction: Sugar-coating is an essential phase in the production of tablets, offering not only aesthetic appeal but also protection from environmental factors. However, one of the prevalent challenges during the sugar-coating process is over-drying, which can compromise the integrity and effectiveness…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

Identifying Causes of Poor Disintegration in Controlled Release Tablets

March 27, 2025 Admin

Identifying Causes of Poor Disintegration in Controlled Release Tablets Identifying Causes of Poor Disintegration in Controlled Release Tablets Introduction: In the realm of pharmaceuticals, controlled release tablets have become a cornerstone of modern drug delivery systems. These formulations are designed to release the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) at a predetermined rate, providing therapeutic benefits over…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

Managing Over-Sensitivity to Humidity in Hygroscopic Tablets During Production

March 27, 2025 Admin

Managing Over-Sensitivity to Humidity in Hygroscopic Tablets During Production Managing Over-Sensitivity to Humidity in Hygroscopic Tablets During Production Introduction: Hygroscopic tablets are an essential component of the pharmaceutical industry, offering a convenient and effective means of delivering medication to patients. However, their production poses significant challenges due to their sensitivity to humidity. Excess moisture can…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

Managing Powder Bridging in Tablet Press Hoppers

March 26, 2025 Admin

Managing Powder Bridging in Tablet Press Hoppers Managing Powder Bridging in Tablet Press Hoppers Introduction: In the realm of pharmaceutical manufacturing, the production of tablets represents a critical and intricate process. Among the many challenges faced in this domain, powder bridging within tablet press hoppers is a significant concern. This issue can lead to inconsistent…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

Troubleshooting Thickness Testing Failures in Enteric-Coated Tablets

March 26, 2025 Admin

Troubleshooting Thickness Testing Failures in Enteric-Coated Tablets Troubleshooting Thickness Testing Failures in Enteric-Coated Tablets Introduction: Enteric-coated tablets are a critical component in the pharmaceutical industry, designed to deliver active ingredients to the intestines without being degraded by stomach acid. The integrity of this enteric coating is vital, and one key quality parameter is the thickness…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

High rejection rates due to non-compliance with quality standards.

March 26, 2025 Admin

High rejection rates due to non-compliance with quality standards. High Rejection Rates Due to Non-Compliance with Quality Standards Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, maintaining high-quality standards in manufacturing processes is imperative. Solid oral dosage forms, particularly capsules, are prevalent due to their convenience and efficiency. However, the rejection rates of these products can often spike…

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