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Identifying Root Causes of Poor Disintegration in Film-Coated Tablets

March 21, 2025 Admin

Identifying Root Causes of Poor Disintegration in Film-Coated Tablets Identifying Root Causes of Poor Disintegration in Film-Coated Tablets Introduction: Film-coated tablets are a popular solid dosage form in the pharmaceutical industry due to their enhanced stability, ease of ingestion, and ability to mask unpleasant tastes. However, one critical quality attribute for these tablets is their…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

Managing Tablet Core Erosion in Enteric-Coated Tablets

March 21, 2025 Admin

Managing Tablet Core Erosion in Enteric-Coated Tablets Managing Tablet Core Erosion in Enteric-Coated Tablets Introduction: Enteric-coated tablets represent a sophisticated drug delivery system designed to bypass the acidic environment of the stomach and to release their active ingredients in the more neutral pH of the intestines. This method of delivery is essential for drugs that…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

Managing Surface Roughness in Sugar-Coated Tablets After Stability Storage

March 20, 2025 Admin

Managing Surface Roughness in Sugar-Coated Tablets After Stability Storage Managing Surface Roughness in Sugar-Coated Tablets After Stability Storage Introduction: Sugar-coated tablets remain a popular choice in the pharmaceutical industry due to their aesthetic appeal and ability to mask unpleasant tastes. However, maintaining their quality over time, especially during stability storage, presents challenges such as surface…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

Troubleshooting Failures in Content Uniformity Tests for Film-Coated Tablets

March 20, 2025 Admin

Troubleshooting Failures in Content Uniformity Tests for Film-Coated Tablets Troubleshooting Failures in Content Uniformity Tests for Film-Coated Tablets Introduction: Content uniformity is a critical quality attribute in the manufacturing of film-coated tablets. Ensuring that each tablet contains the appropriate amount of active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) is essential for efficacy, safety, and regulatory compliance. Content uniformity…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

Difficulty in validating capsule filling equipment for lipid-based suspensions.

March 20, 2025 Admin

Difficulty in validating capsule filling equipment for lipid-based suspensions. Difficulty in validating capsule filling equipment for lipid-based suspensions. Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, the encapsulation of lipid-based suspensions presents unique challenges that require meticulous validation of capsule filling equipment. Lipid-based formulations are gaining popularity due to their ability to enhance the bioavailability of poorly water-soluble…

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

Preventing Brittleness in Coated Tablets During High-Speed Compression

March 20, 2025 Admin

Preventing Brittleness in Coated Tablets During High-Speed Compression Preventing Brittleness in Coated Tablets During High-Speed Compression Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, the production of coated tablets is a complex process that requires meticulous attention to detail. Coated tablets are favored for their ability to mask unpleasant tastes, protect the drug from the stomach environment, and…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

Addressing Over-Sensitivity to Humidity in Hygroscopic Tablets

March 19, 2025 Admin

Addressing Over-Sensitivity to Humidity in Hygroscopic Tablets Addressing Over-Sensitivity to Humidity in Hygroscopic Tablets Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, the stability of solid dosage forms like tablets is paramount to ensuring efficacy and safety. Hygroscopic tablets, which readily absorb moisture from their environment, present unique challenges in terms of formulation, manufacturing, and storage. Over-sensitivity to…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

Troubleshooting Failures in Coating Integrity Testing for Enteric Tablets

March 19, 2025 Admin

Troubleshooting Failures in Coating Integrity Testing for Enteric Tablets Troubleshooting Failures in Coating Integrity Testing for Enteric Tablets Introduction: Enteric tablets are designed to withstand the acidic environment of the stomach, dissolving only in the more neutral pH of the intestine. This protective mechanism is achieved through a specialized coating that ensures the active ingredients…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

Troubleshooting Cracking in Enteric-Coated Tablets During Drying

March 19, 2025 Admin

Troubleshooting Cracking in Enteric-Coated Tablets During Drying Troubleshooting Cracking in Enteric-Coated Tablets During Drying Introduction: Enteric-coated tablets are a vital component of modern pharmaceuticals, designed to withstand the acidic environment of the stomach and dissolve in the more neutral pH of the intestine. This targeted delivery is crucial for the efficacy and safety of certain…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

Preventing Powder Loss During Tablet Compression

March 18, 2025 Admin

Preventing Powder Loss During Tablet Compression Preventing Powder Loss During Tablet Compression Introduction: Tablet compression is a critical process in pharmaceutical manufacturing, responsible for converting powder into solid dosage forms like tablets. Ensuring efficiency during this process is vital for maintaining product quality, consistency, and cost-effectiveness. Powder loss during tablet compression can lead to significant…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

Troubleshooting Layer Delamination in Sugar-Coated Tablets During Validation

March 18, 2025 Admin

Troubleshooting Layer Delamination in Sugar-Coated Tablets During Validation Troubleshooting Layer Delamination in Sugar-Coated Tablets During Validation Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, sugar-coated tablets are a popular dosage form due to their aesthetic appeal and taste-masking properties. However, during the critical phase of validation, one of the most common issues encountered is layer delamination. This problem…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets

Troubleshooting Weight Variation in High-Speed Compression Lines

March 18, 2025 Admin

Troubleshooting Weight Variation in High-Speed Compression Lines Troubleshooting Weight Variation in High-Speed Compression Lines Introduction: The pharmaceutical industry is continually evolving, with high-speed compression lines playing a pivotal role in the manufacturing of solid dosage forms like tablets. Ensuring consistent weight across tablets is crucial not only for dosage accuracy but also for regulatory compliance…

Solid Dosage form, Tablets