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In today’s increasingly visual world, the role that colors play in the success of pharmaceutical and nutraceutical products is likely becoming increasingly important. After all, capsule colors can play a…

Titanium dioxide (TiO2) has been such a ubiquitous ingredient in empty capsules that most makers of pharmaceuticals and nutraceuticals probably had not given it much thought… until now. What changed?…

The pharma industry is looking to novel technologies for answers to its challenges in all areas of drug development. Such technologies must be able to adhere to GMP for both…

Why are solid oral dosage formats the most popular formats? Because these delivery systems are the most patient-friendly. They are easy to swallow, easy to transport and do not involve…

In a time where businesses are being forced to come up with contingency plans for pandemics, one industry that is particularly vulnerable is the pharmaceuticals sector. The supply chains that…

A crucial feature of drug development is bioavailability, defined as “the ability of a drug to be absorbed and used by the body.” For a drug to be bioavailable, it…

Author: Kevin Kane, Global SME, Thermo Fisher Scientific Abstract:The orphan drug industry focuses on developing life-changing and potentially life-saving treatments for patients living with rare diseases. Previously, the needs of…

PurposeHard gelatin capsules have long been used in a substantial proportion of oral dosage forms. However, they have some shortcomings. Concerns include the potential to become cross-linked, resulting in problems…

Liquid-filled capsules offer significant benefits for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) presenting formulation or manufacturing challenges. Their use is beneficial throughout the different phases of drug development, from preclinical to commercialization.…