Unit 1: Fundamentals of Pharmaceutical Formulation
Fundamentals of Pharmaceutical Formulation
Definition
Pharmaceutical formulation is the process of combining active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with excipients to produce a dosage form that ensures stability, efficacy, and patient compliance.
Formulation development involves selecting appropriate dosage forms, excipients, and processes to deliver the drug effectively. It ensures the drug remains stable, bioavailable, and manufacturable at scale.
Key Points
Ensures therapeutic effectiveness and patient compliance
Considers physicochemical properties of API and excipients
Includes preformulation, process development, and quality control
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