A pharmacopoeia constitutes a legally enforceable compilation of standards and quality criteria for medications utilized within a specific country or region. The term “Pharmacopoeia” was first used as a specific title in a publication from Basel, Switzerland, in 1561 by Dr. A. Foes, although it did not gain widespread usage until the early 17th century. … Read more
What is a Material Safety Data Sheet, commonly referred to as MSDS? A material safety data sheet (MSDS) is a documented resource that supplies users and emergency responders with essential information and procedures for the safe handling and use of chemicals. MSDSs have existed in various forms since the era of the ancient Egyptians. While … Read more
Amorphous: A term that refers to a solid lacking a crystalline structure. Although there may be some local arrangement of atoms or molecules within an amorphous solid, there is an absence of long-range order. Examples include window glass and polystyrene. Atomic mass unit: An atomic mass unit, abbreviated as amu, is defined as one twelfth … Read more
A tablet’s strength has a significant impact on its marketing, transportation and dissolution. The mechanical strength of tablet or granules can be determined by its hardness and through friability test. A clear synthetic polymer drum with polished internal surfaces that is not susceptible to static buildup shouldbe used; it should have an internal diameter of 283 to 291 mm and a depth of 36 to 40 mm. The drum has a detachable side. A curving projection that runs from the center of the drum to the outside wall and has an inside radius of 75.5 to 85.5 mm tumbles the tablets with each rotation of the drum. A device that revolves at 25 ±1 rpm has the drum fixed to its horizontal axis. As a result, the tablets slide or roll during every rotation, landing on the drum wall or one another. Friability test procedure and Acceptance Criteria
What exactly is a Blister Pack? Blister packaging is a process that entails shaping a heat-softened plastic film into deep-drawn pocket molds to create a tray (thermoforming), followed by filling it with a solid dosage form product and sealing it with either a push-through or peelable cover. Adequate heat and pressure must be applied to … Read more
The following factors are used to choose an auditor for vendor qualification: 1. Experience and Qualifications: 2. Technical Proficiency: 3. Auditing Proficiency: 4. Self-reliance and impartiality: 5. References and Reputation: 6. Adherence to Regulatory Mandates: 7. Audit Methodology and Approach: Organizations can choose a skilled auditor to assess vendors and guarantee adherence to industry standards and legal obligations by taking these factors into account.
VIBRO SIFTER, VIBRO SCREEN: Vibro separators are circular gyratory screens used to separate solids from solids and liquid from solid. Vibro Sifter consists of Specially Designed Motor mounted vertically at the center of the base plate of the Screen. The Screen is in between feeding hopper and bowl. The material is fed on to the … Read more
The premises used for warehousing, manufacturing, processing, storage, packaging labeling and testing purposes shall be; WAREHOUSING AREA: PRODUCTION AREA: ANCILLARY AREAS: QUALITY CONTROL AREA: REFERENCE: 1. Schedule M 2. 21 CFR art 210 & 211 3. WHO Technical Report Series 908
TABLET COMPRESSION: Reducing the bulk volume of a powder by applying mechanical force so as to form a defined shape of desired weight and strength is called ‘Compression’. Tablet compression is the process of squeezing powders together and driving out the air between the particles, resulting in a compressed Tablet. WHY COMPRESSION? TABLET PRESS OR … Read more
BLENDING PROCESS: Blending of solid particles refers to mixing of solids with the aim of attaining a uniform composition throughout the mix. In powder blending two or more dissimilar particulate solids are blended to give a random mix. Objective of blending is to form a homogeneous final product from two or more dissimilar raw materials. … Read more
