Microbial contaminants can originate from various sources, impacting the safety and quality of pharmaceuticals, food products, and other environments. The primary sources of microbial contamination include the environment, raw materials, equipment, personnel, and packaging materials. 1. Environmental Sources: Air, water, and soil serve as major environmental reservoirs for microorganisms. Airborne …
Microbial Spoilage of Pharmaceutical Products: Definition, Types, and Factors Affecting Spoilage
Definition Microbial spoilage refers to the contamination and degradation of pharmaceutical products caused by the growth of microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi (molds and yeasts), and sometimes viruses. This spoilage can lead to a reduction in the quality, safety, and efficacy of the pharmaceutical product, rendering it unsuitable for use. …
Assessment of a New Antibiotic
The development and assessment of a new antibiotic involve several stages, including preclinical testing, clinical trials, and post-market surveillance. These stages ensure that the antibiotic is safe, effective, and has minimal resistance risk before and after its release to the market. 1. Preclinical Assessment This stage includes laboratory and animal …
Methods for Standardization of Antibiotics, Vitamins, and Amino Acids
The standardization of bioactive substances such as antibiotics, vitamins, and amino acids is crucial to ensure their potency, efficacy, and safety. Standardization is achieved through validated assays and procedures that determine the exact concentration, biological activity, and quality of these substances. Below are the commonly used methods for standardization: 1. …
Principles and Methods of Different Microbiological Assays
Microbiological assays are techniques used to estimate the concentration or potency of a substance (such as antibiotics, vitamins, or growth factors) by measuring its effect on a microorganism. These assays are essential in pharmacology, biotechnology, and microbiology for determining the activity of various substances in the presence of specific microbes. …
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Dear Students, Research Scholars, and Faculty, I am thrilled to announce that we are in the final stages of preparing a groundbreaking review paper titled “Oxidative Stress in Parkinson Disease – A Review” This paper will soon be submitted to prestigious journals such as Scopus-indexed, Web of Science, and Bentham …
Join as a Co-Author in Our Upcoming Review Paper Publication!
Dear Students, Research Scholars, and Faculty, I am thrilled to announce that we are in the final stages of preparing a groundbreaking review paper titled “Nanomaterials in Medicine: Revolutionizing Drug Delivery, Diagnostics, and Therapeutics” This paper will soon be submitted to prestigious journals such as Scopus-indexed, Web of Science, and …
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Dear Students, Research Scholars, and Faculty, I am thrilled to announce that we are in the final stages of preparing a groundbreaking review paper titled “Stephania erecta: A Promising Medicinal Plant with Diverse Pharmacological Activities and Chemical Constituents” This paper will soon be submitted to prestigious journals such as Scopus-indexed, …
How to Write a Review Paper: A Guide for Pharmacy Students
Writing a review paper is an essential skill for pharmacy students, as it helps in synthesizing existing knowledge on a particular topic and evaluating recent developments in the field. A well-written review paper can serve as a valuable resource for researchers, clinicians, and policy-makers. It requires a structured approach to …
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Dear Students, Research Scholars, and Faculty, I am thrilled to announce that we are in the final stages of preparing a groundbreaking review paper titled ‘’Toxicomicrobiomics: Understanding the Role of the Microbiome in Drug Toxicity and Disease Treatment’’. This paper will soon be submitted to prestigious journals such as Scopus-indexed, …