31. January 2018

Excipients serve a critical role in the production of final dosage forms for drug products and biologics. They facilitate the manufacturing process (e.g., anticaking agents) and protect, support, and enhance stability. They may also improve bioavailability. In addition, excipients help maintain the safety, or function, of the product during storage and use. No longer characterized as inert accompaniments to an active pharmaceutical ingredient (API), excipients are the target of an intensified p