Tag: Tablet defects

Addressing Die Wear Issues in Tablet Press Machines

March 30, 2025 Admin

Addressing Die Wear Issues in Tablet Press Machines Addressing Die Wear Issues in Tablet Press Machines Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, the production of tablets is a critical process that demands precision and consistency. Tablet press machines, essential to this process, must operate efficiently to ensure that the tablets produced meet stringent quality standards. One…

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Preventing Core Damage in Sugar-Coated Tablets During Handling

March 29, 2025 Admin

Preventing Core Damage in Sugar-Coated Tablets During Handling Preventing Core Damage in Sugar-Coated Tablets During Handling Introduction: Sugar-coated tablets are a popular dosage form in the pharmaceutical industry due to their aesthetic appeal, taste masking, and ease of swallowing. However, these advantages can be compromised by core damage during handling. Core damage can lead to…

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Addressing Non-Uniform Coating Failures in Quality Control Checks

March 29, 2025 Admin

Addressing Non-Uniform Coating Failures in Quality Control Checks Addressing Non-Uniform Coating Failures in Quality Control Checks Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, the coating of tablets is a critical step that not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of the product but also plays a pivotal role in controlling the release profile, protecting the drug from environmental…

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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…

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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…

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Addressing Over-Lubrication in Powder Blends During Compression

March 25, 2025 Admin

Addressing Over-Lubrication in Powder Blends During Compression Addressing Over-Lubrication in Powder Blends During Compression Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, the production of high-quality tablets is pivotal. The tablet compression process is a critical phase where powder blends are transformed into solid dosage forms. However, one of the common challenges faced during this process is over-lubrication,…

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Identifying Root Causes of Non-Uniform Coating Thickness in Tablets

March 25, 2025 Admin

Identifying Root Causes of Non-Uniform Coating Thickness in Tablets Identifying Root Causes of Non-Uniform Coating Thickness in Tablets Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, the coating of tablets is a critical process that ensures not only the aesthetic appeal and patient compliance but also the protection of the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) from environmental factors. Non-uniform…

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Preventing Non-Uniform Thickness in Enteric-Coated Tablet Layers

March 24, 2025 Admin

Preventing Non-Uniform Thickness in Enteric-Coated Tablet Layers Preventing Non-Uniform Thickness in Enteric-Coated Tablet Layers Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, enteric-coated tablets are designed to withstand the acidic environment of the stomach and dissolve in the more neutral or alkaline environment of the intestine. This functionality is crucial for protecting active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) that are…

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Controlling Over-Spray in Sugar-Coated Tablet Processes

March 23, 2025 Admin

Controlling Over-Spray in Sugar-Coated Tablet Processes Controlling Over-Spray in Sugar-Coated Tablet Processes Introduction: Sugar-coating is a traditional method in the pharmaceutical industry, primarily used to enhance the aesthetic appeal and taste of tablets. However, controlling over-spray during the sugar-coating process is critical to ensuring product quality and compliance with regulatory standards. Over-spray can lead to…

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Addressing Layer Separation in Multi-Layer Tablets During Compression

March 22, 2025 Admin

Addressing Layer Separation in Multi-Layer Tablets During Compression Addressing Layer Separation in Multi-Layer Tablets During Compression Introduction: Multi-layer tablets have become an integral part of modern pharmaceutical dosage forms, offering the ability to combine multiple active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and release profiles in a single unit. This design provides enhanced patient compliance and optimized therapeutic…

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Managing Layer Overlap in Multi-Layer Tablets During Compression

March 22, 2025 Admin

Managing Layer Overlap in Multi-Layer Tablets During Compression Managing Layer Overlap in Multi-Layer Tablets During Compression Introduction: Multi-layer tablets are an advanced pharmaceutical dosage form that allows for the combination of different active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) or release profiles in a single unit. This technology creates opportunities for innovative drug delivery solutions, improving patient compliance…

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Troubleshooting Failures in In-Process Monitoring for Film-Coated Tablets

March 22, 2025 Admin

Troubleshooting Failures in In-Process Monitoring for Film-Coated Tablets Troubleshooting Failures in In-Process Monitoring for Film-Coated Tablets Introduction: In the pharmaceutical industry, film-coated tablets represent a significant portion of solid dosage forms due to their enhanced stability, ease of swallowing, and aesthetic attributes. The coating process is critical, as it affects the tablet’s performance and patient…

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