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Preventing Layer Cracking in Multi-Layer Tablets During Storage

March 17, 2025 Admin

Preventing Layer Cracking in Multi-Layer Tablets During Storage Preventing Layer Cracking in Multi-Layer Tablets During Storage Introduction: Multi-layer tablets are an increasingly popular pharmaceutical dosage form due to their ability to deliver multiple active ingredients with different release profiles in a single dosage unit. Despite their benefits, these tablets are susceptible to layer cracking during…

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Troubleshooting Uneven Color Distribution in Sugar-Coated Tablets

March 17, 2025 Admin

Troubleshooting Uneven Color Distribution in Sugar-Coated Tablets Troubleshooting Uneven Color Distribution in Sugar-Coated Tablets Introduction: Sugar-coated tablets are a popular dosage form in the pharmaceutical industry due to their ability to mask unpleasant tastes and improve patient compliance. However, achieving a uniform color distribution on these tablets can be challenging. Uneven color distribution not only…

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Troubleshooting Non-Homogeneous Color Distribution in Sugar-Coated Tablets

March 17, 2025 Admin

Troubleshooting Non-Homogeneous Color Distribution in Sugar-Coated Tablets Troubleshooting Non-Homogeneous Color Distribution in Sugar-Coated Tablets Introduction: Sugar-coated tablets are a popular solid dosage form in the pharmaceutical industry, offering advantages such as ease of swallowing, masking of unpleasant tastes, and aesthetic appeal. However, achieving a consistent and uniform color distribution during the sugar-coating process can be…

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Difficulty in maintaining uniform gelatin solution pH.

March 16, 2025 Admin

Difficulty in maintaining uniform gelatin solution pH. Difficulty in Maintaining Uniform Gelatin Solution pH Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, maintaining the uniformity of gelatin solution pH is crucial for the production of high-quality hard and soft gelatin capsules. These capsules are widely used due to their ease of administration and ability to mask unpleasant tastes…

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

Troubleshooting Uneven Compression Force in Multi-Layer Tablets

March 16, 2025 Admin

Troubleshooting Uneven Compression Force in Multi-Layer Tablets Troubleshooting Uneven Compression Force in Multi-Layer Tablets Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, multi-layer tablets represent a crucial innovation, offering benefits such as multiple drug release profiles and combinations in a single dose. However, the manufacturing of these tablets comes with its own set of challenges. One significant issue…

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Troubleshooting Layer Cracks in Bilayer Tablets During Validation

March 15, 2025 Admin

Troubleshooting Layer Cracks in Bilayer Tablets During Validation Troubleshooting Layer Cracks in Bilayer Tablets During Validation Introduction: Bilayer tablets have gained significant traction in the pharmaceutical industry due to their ability to deliver multiple drugs with distinct release profiles in a single dosage form. However, during the manufacturing process, these tablets can present unique challenges,…

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Managing Excessive Binder Use in Wet Granulation Processes

March 15, 2025 Admin

Managing Excessive Binder Use in Wet Granulation Processes Managing Excessive Binder Use in Wet Granulation Processes Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, wet granulation is a crucial process used to improve the flowability and compressibility of powder blends, ultimately ensuring the production of high-quality tablets. Binders play an essential role in wet granulation, providing the necessary…

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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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Ensuring Robustness of API Potency in Sustained Release Tablets Over Time

March 14, 2025 Admin

Ensuring Robustness of API Potency in Sustained Release Tablets Over Time Ensuring Robustness of API Potency in Sustained Release Tablets Over Time Introduction: The development of sustained release tablets represents a significant advancement in pharmaceutical technology, aiming to provide consistent therapeutic effects over extended periods. These formulations are essential for enhancing patient compliance, minimizing dosing…

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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

Resolving Over-Lubrication Issues in Immediate Release Tablets

March 14, 2025 Admin

Resolving Over-Lubrication Issues in Immediate Release Tablets Resolving Over-Lubrication Issues in Immediate Release Tablets Introduction: Immediate release tablets are a mainstay in the pharmaceutical industry, offering quick onset of action and ease of administration. However, the formulation and manufacturing of these tablets present unique challenges, particularly with lubrication. Over-lubrication can compromise tablet quality, affecting disintegration…

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Troubleshooting Loss of Moisture Control in Hygroscopic Tablet Storage

March 14, 2025 Admin

Troubleshooting Loss of Moisture Control in Hygroscopic Tablet Storage Troubleshooting Loss of Moisture Control in Hygroscopic Tablet Storage Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, maintaining the integrity of solid dosage forms, particularly hygroscopic tablets, is crucial. Hygroscopic tablets are designed to absorb moisture from the environment, making them particularly vulnerable to degradation if not stored properly….

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