Specialized Studies

Studies &
Case Studies

Specialized analytical studies supporting pharmaceutical regulatory submissions, bioequivalence, packaging safety, and product development.

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Packaging Safety

Extractable & Leachable (E&L) Studies

📊 2,000+ studies completed

Overview

Comprehensive assessment of drug-container interactions for parenteral, inhalation, and ophthalmic products. Identifies organic and inorganic compounds that may migrate from packaging into drug products.

Regulatory Framework

USP <1663>, USP <1664>, ICH Q3E, BioPhorum, PQRI Guidelines

Key Aspects

Extractables screening (LCMS/MS, GC-MS, ICP-MS)
Leachables monitoring in drug product
TTC-based safety assessment
AET and SCT calculation
Regulatory submission support (USFDA, EMA)
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Shelf Life & Degradation

ICH Stability Studies

📊 10,000+ samples in chambers

Overview

Long-term, accelerated, intermediate, and stress stability studies for APIs and drug products. Supports shelf-life determination, regulatory submissions, and formulation development.

Regulatory Framework

ICH Q1A(R2), ICH Q1B, ICH Q1C, ICH Q1E, ICH Q5C

Key Aspects

Long-term stability (25°C/60% RH, 30°C/65% RH)
Accelerated stability (40°C/75% RH)
Photostability per ICH Q1B
Forced degradation / stress studies
Statistical shelf-life prediction
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Topical Bioequivalence

IVRT & IVPT Studies

📊 6 and 12-cell Franz apparatus

Overview

In-Vitro Release Testing and In-Vitro Permeation Testing for topical semi-solid products. Supports bioequivalence studies, SUPAC changes, and formulation optimization.

Regulatory Framework

FDA SUPAC-SS, EMA Topicals Guidance, USP <724>, FDA BE Guidance

Key Aspects

IVRT using synthetic membranes
IVPT using human cadaver skin
Franz diffusion cell methodology
f2 similarity factor analysis
FDA SUPAC-SS compliant protocols
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ICH Q3D Compliance

Elemental Impurity Studies

📊 Sub-ppb detection limits

Overview

Risk-based assessment and testing of 24 elemental impurities in pharmaceutical products per ICH Q3D. Covers all routes of administration with appropriate PDEs.

Regulatory Framework

ICH Q3D, USP <232>, USP <233>, EP 5.20

Key Aspects

All 24 ICH Q3D elements tested
ICP-MS for sub-ppb detection
Risk assessment per ICH Q3D decision tree
PDE comparison for all routes
Method validation per USP <233>
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Genotoxic Impurities

Nitrosamine / NDSRI Studies

📊 50+ nitrosamines covered

Overview

Highly sensitive detection and quantification of nitrosamines and NDSRIs in APIs and drug products. Supports FDA/EMA nitrosamine risk assessment and control strategy development.

Regulatory Framework

FDA Nitrosamine Guidance, EMA Guidance, ICH M7, ICH Q3B

Key Aspects

NDMA, NDEA, NMBA, NIPEA, NDIPA detection
NDSRI (drug-specific nitrosamines)
Sub-ppm detection by LC-MS/MS
Acceptable Intake (AI) limit comparison
Control strategy development support
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Bioequivalence Support

Dissolution Profiling Studies

📊 USP I, II, IV apparatus

Overview

Comparative dissolution profiling, multimedia dissolution, and method development for solid oral dosage forms. Supports bioequivalence submissions, SUPAC changes, and biowaiver applications.

Regulatory Framework

USP <711>, ICH Q6A, FDA Dissolution Guidance, EMA Dissolution Guidance

Key Aspects

Comparative dissolution profiling (CDP)
Multimedia dissolution (pH 1.2, 4.5, 6.8)
f2 similarity factor calculation
Biowaiver support studies
USP Apparatus I, II, and IV

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