Pharmaceutical Technology-07-02-2002

Pharmaceutical Technology

Congress Adopts New User Fee Program

July 02, 2002

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To fund expanded FDA operations designed to streamline drug development and approval, FDA and industry representatives have negotiated the Prescription Drug User Fee Act III.

Validation Basics: A System Developer's Approach to Validation

July 01, 2002

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Following a step-by-step approach to software development involves planning, analysis, construction, and implementation.

Rapid Headspace Oxygen Analysis for Pharmaceutical Packaging Applications

July 01, 2002

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The rapid and accurate determination of headspace oxygen in various pharmaceutical packaging forms poses unique analytical challenges.

How to Engage in a Strategic Outsourcing Relationship

July 01, 2002

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Carefully crafted outsourcing arrangements allow companies to become powerful partners in the quest for market share.

Particle-Size Distribution II: The Problem of Sampling Powdered Solids

July 01, 2002

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Dynamic powder-sampling methods may be the best techniques for obtaining a representative sample for determining particle-size distribution.

Novel Approaches for Topical Delivery of Acetazolamide

July 01, 2002

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Extensive research has been conducted to improve the solubility and permeability of acetazolamide in hopes that a topical formulation for the treatment of glaucoma can be developed.

Outsourcing Outlook

July 01, 2002

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The author discusses the Japanese cabinet's approval of a measure that lifts manufacturing restrictions on domestic pharmaceutical companies.

Electrodeionization in Pharmaceutical Water Treatment

July 01, 2002

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Electrodeionization units can reduce or eliminate the cost and hazards associated with traditional technologies for producing water intended for use in final drug dosage forms.