pharmaceutical technology

Testing Container Closures with Dye Ingress Method

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The dye ingress test method is a routine test for container closures attached to parenteral drugs and large molecule drugs.  Traditionally, this method uses ten test samples and three positive controls.  During this testing, the test samples are place in a vacuum chamber and pressurized with dye.  Three vials are punctured to allow dye to … Read more

Improving Visual Inspection Practices

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Improving Visual Inspection Practices, written by Jennifer Markarian with Pharmaceutical Technology, she interviews John Shabushnig, PhD and talks about the need of improving the understanding and practice of visual inspection of parenteral drugs. Their interview gives guidance of where to search for help, as well as what is recommended. PDA and USP have been working together … Read more