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Controlled release formulations

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Controlled release formulations can be designed using various mechanisms that regulate drug release. Three primary principles often employed are diffusion, dissolution, and ion exchange. Each approach involves different methodologies and is tailored to achieve a specific release profile. Controlled release formulations 1. Diffusion-Based Systems Diffusion-controlled drug delivery systems are among the most widely employed strategies … Read more

Excipients in Pharmaceutical Formulations

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Excipients are inactive substances formulated alongside the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) of a medication. They serve a variety of roles that are critical to the creation, stability, and functionality of the final pharmaceutical product. While excipients do not exert therapeutic effects themselves, they are essential for the effectiveness, safety, manufacturability, stability, and patient acceptability of … Read more