by Dr. Yashashwini Reddy | Oct 9, 2025
In pharmaceuticals, specifications are a set of standards, tests, analytical procedures, and acceptance criteria that define the quality requirements for materials and products. They ensure that every product consistently meets its intended safety, efficacy, and...
by Dr. Yashashwini Reddy | Sep 29, 2025
Advantages of Pharmaceutical Quality Audits Regulatory Compliance – Ensures adherence to GMP, FDA, EMA, WHO, and other regulatory requirements. Risk Identification – Detects potential risks, deviations, and non-compliance before they become critical issues. Continuous...
by Dr. Yashashwini Reddy | Sep 23, 2025
Case Study: Pharmacovigilance Signal Detection – Vioxx (Rofecoxib) Background Drug: Rofecoxib (Brand name: Vioxx) Company: Merck & Co. Indication: Relief of pain and inflammation in osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and acute pain. Launch: 1999 Mechanism:...
by Dr. Yashashwini Reddy | Sep 23, 2025
📝 Case Study: OOS Investigation – Tablet Dissolution 📍 Background A marketed immediate-release tablet showed dissolution failure during routine quality control testing. Specification: NLT (Not Less Than) 80% drug release in 30 minutes. Observed result: 60–65% release...
by Dr. Yashashwini Reddy | Sep 23, 2025
🔹 For Patients Access to New Treatments Early Patients may gain access to investigational drugs, biologics, or devices before they’re widely available. This can be especially important when current treatments are limited or ineffective. Closer Medical Monitoring...
