Pharmaceutical sieves are essential tools in the pharmaceutical industry, used to separate and classify pharmaceutical materials based on particle size. These sieves are crucial in quality control, formulation development, and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Here’s a detailed note on pharmaceutical sieves and the standards that govern their use: Pharmaceutical Sieves Pharmaceutical sieves …
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Cyclone separator – Principle, Working, Construction
A pharmaceutical cyclone separator is a specialized piece of equipment used in the pharmaceutical industry for separating solid particles from gases or air streams. It operates based on the principles of centrifugal force and inertia, with the primary purpose of ensuring the cleanliness and quality of pharmaceutical products by removing …
Classification of Powders According to the Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP)
Introduction The Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP) is a comprehensive collection of standards and guidelines for pharmaceuticals and pharmaceutical ingredients used in India. It sets the standards for the quality, purity, and strength of drugs and pharmaceutical products. One important aspect of the IP is the classification of powders, which plays a …
Size separation
Size separation in pharmaceutics refers to separating particles or components of a pharmaceutical material or formulation based on their size or particle size distribution. This separation technique is essential in the pharmaceutical industry to ensure the quality, consistency, and performance of pharmaceutical products. Various methods and equipment can achieve size …
Ball mill- Principle, Construction, Working
A pharmaceutical ball mill is a specialized machine used in the pharmaceutical industry to reduce the size of pharmaceutical materials, mix powders, or blend various ingredients. It is a critical piece of equipment in pharmaceutical manufacturing, where precision and control over particle size are essential for drug formulation. Objectives/Applications Pharmaceutical …
Hammer mill -Principle, Construction, Working
The pharmaceutical industry uses a specialized mechanical device called a pharmaceutical hammer mill to reduce the particle size of pharmaceutical materials, including active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), excipients, and other powders. It works by subjecting these materials to a series of hammers or blades that impact and grind them into smaller, …
Size reduction
Size reduction, in the context of pharmaceuticals, refers to the process of reducing the particle size of pharmaceutical materials, which may include active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), excipients, or other powders. The objective of size reduction in the pharmaceutical industry is to achieve specific particle size characteristics for various purposes, such …
