In the development of Powder for Injection formulations, the reconstitution study is a key component that ensures the product is safe, stable, and user-friendly for clinical use. This study helps establish how efficiently the sterile powder dissolves when mixed with the recommended diluent, and how the reconstituted solution behaves over time.
Key Tests Performed During the Reconstitution Study:
- Reconstitution Time – ensuring complete dissolution within acceptable limits
- Appearance & Clarity – checking for color changes, turbidity, or undissolved particles
- Particulate Matter (sub-visible particles) – compliance with pharmacopeial limits
- pH Measurement – ensuring solution remains within stable and safe range
- Assay – confirming active drug content remains intact over the time.
- Related Substances monitoring any degradation over time
- Osmolarity– product-specific, ensuring physiological suitability
- Visual Inspection of Container–Closure Integrity
- Filter Compatibility (if applicable)
- Diluents Compatibility – assessing reconstitution performance with approved diluents
A well-executed reconstitution study not only supports regulatory submission but also ensures that healthcare professionals can prepare the product with ease and confidence. Ultimately, it strengthens the product’s quality profile, enhances patient safety, and ensures consistent therapeutic performance.
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