13. August 2016

Abstract Over the last few decades, polymers have been extensively used as pharmaceutical excipients in drug delivery systems. Pharmaceutical polymers evolved from being simply used as gelatin shells comprising capsule to offering great formulation advantages including enabling controlled/slow release and specific targeting of drugs to the site(s) of action (the “magic bullets” concept), hence hold a significant clinical promise. Oral administration of solid dosage forms (e.g., tablets and...

22. January 2015

This article looks at key considerations in excipient selection during formulation development and their impact on the performance of the finished drug product. Jan 02, 2015 By Adeline Siew, PhD - Pharmaceutical Technology http://www.pharmtech.com/innovative-excipients-solid-dosage-manufacturing