Outlining the steps for developing fixed dose combination (FDC) drugs, this book gives a systematic approach to the full scope of FDCs concept, design, formulation, and commercialization. Includes case studies to illustrate best practices and challenges Deals with a growing part of the pharmaceutical industry, as FDCs are ideal for targeting many chronic illnesses and for reducing the number of medications an increasingly-aging population needs to take Ensures consistency in the delivery of FDC medication, which can be pivotal in increasing patient compliance and quality of life Collects dispersed knowledge from patents in addition to scientific and clinical literature so researchers can access a single source reference Covers regulatory guidelines from around the world and looks ahead at developing areas of personalized medicine for FDCs