Development

Cynthia A. Challener is a contributing editor to Pharmaceutical Technology.

Articles

Consistency, robustness, and understanding of the API and controlled-release excipients are essential for successful drug dosing.

On Time Delivery: Challenges of Controlled-Release Formulations

Torkel Gren is senior director, Technology Officer & Strategic Investments at Recipharm.

Modified-release dosage forms present new opportunities for drug developers and can help overcome challenges, such as short biological half-life or poor bioavailability due to degradation in the stomach. 

Modified Release: A Pathway to More Patient-Friendly Medication

OptiGel DR softgel capsules are formed by the combination of pectin, a naturally derived polysaccharide, and gelatin, which eliminates the need for a separate capsule coating step.

Catalent Introduces New Softgel Technology 

Esra’a Albarahmieh is associate professor, Pharmaceutical Chemical Engineering department of the School of Applied Medical Sciences, German Jordanian University.

Mohammad Khanfar is associate professor, Pharmaceutical Chemical Engineering department of the School of Applied Medical Sciences, German Jordanian University.

Emad Alzubi is instructor and workshop manager at the Industrial Engineering department of the School of Applied Technical Sciences, German Jordanian University.

This study suggests that using a simple centrifugal method can produce a natural polymer-blend molecule that can successfully be used as an oral delivery mechanism for poorly soluble drugs. 

Fabrication Modulation of Zein-based Fibers for Oral Delivery of Hydrochlorothiazide

Editor of Pharmaceutical Technology Europe

Controlled-release formulations offer numerous advantages for developers and patients, and this market is expected to continue to experience growth in the near future.

Taking a Controlled Approach

Gayatri C.Patel, M.Pharm, PhD, is associate professor in the Department of Pharmaceutics & Pharmaceutical Technology, Ramanbhai Patel College of Pharmacy at the Charotar University of Science and Technology, Changa Campus, Changa- 388 421, Anand, Gujarat, India, gayatripatel.ph@charusat.ac.in, +91 2697 265162.

Research examined the effects of varying excipient and polymer weight in coatings designed to optimize the release of diclofenac sodium. The goal was to release it at night to improve the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. 


Optimizing Compression Coating for Pulsatile Release Tablets

Lipid-based formulations provide a versatile solution to bioavailability issues, but a multi-disciplinary approach is needed to overcome limitations with poorly soluble compounds.


Overcoming Bioavailability ‘Roadblocks’ with LBDDS

The European Medicines Agency’s Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use has recommended the approval of AstraZeneca’s Qtrilmet (metformin hydrochloride, saxagliptin, and dapagliflozin) modified-release tablets for treating type-2 diabetes.

AstraZeneca’s Combination Diabetes Pill Recommended for Approval in EU

A design strategy can ensure conflicting properties are managed appropriately for multi-API controlled-release formulations.

Combo Drugs Require a Complex Design Approach

An agreement with Sanofi gives Catalent access to commercial spray drying facility in Haverhill, UK.

Formulation and Drug Delivery, Controlled Release