The Encyclopedia of Pharmaceutical Technology presents authoritative and contemporary articles on all aspects of drug development, dosage forms, manufacturing, and regulation-enabling the specialist and novice alike to keep abreast of developments in this rapidly evolving and highly competitive field.
A dependable reference tool and a solid investment for years to come--maintaining currency through its supplements [Volume 18/Supplement 1: Published November, 1998] The Encyclopedia contains interdisciplinary contributions in a wide array of subjects, including Drugs * decomposition * metabolism * pharmaceutical incompatibilities * pharmacokinetics * physicochemical properties * preformulation * stability Drug Delivery Systems and Devices-Development and Manufacture * analysis and controls * bioavailability * use of computerization * formulation and processing alternatives * national and international registration * packaging * patents * process validation * scale-up * safety and efficacy * stability * standards Post-Production and Practical Considerations * governmental/industrial/professional organizations * legal aspects * national and international agencies * patent life of drugs * patient compliance ...and much, much more!