Early on, the drug substance (DS) manufacturer will provide a wealth of preliminary characterization data. And if the drug is active in early nonclinical and preclinical testing, a larger quantity of ...

Formulation scientists are behind the conversion of active pharmaceutical ingredients (API) into stable, bioavailable, and commercially viable dosage forms, rarely a simple process. Image Credit: ...

To optimize the final formulation for a drug, it must meet many criteria beyond producing a safe and effective product. For example, it must be stable and amenable to various manufacturing steps, such ...

This interview addresses the challenges and complexities of developing and manufacturing controlled-release drug formulations. Could you introduce yourself and your expertise in drug development and ...

Expertise in CMC (chemistry, manufacturing, and control) ensures the appropriate manufacture of a pharmaceutical or biologic by coordinating material characterization, formulation development, and ...

Co-processing integrates excipients into composite particles to enhance manufacturability, stability, and performance versus blends, driven by altered morphology, porosity, surface properties, ...

In the world of drug discovery and clinical trials, drug formulation can make or break a product’s success, yet its role often goes underappreciated, says Christine Allen, cofounder and CEO of ...