Review
The book reviewed here has been written by two leading scientists in the field who have had extensive industrial experience in the subject. It is a thorough review of the types of packaging materials, containers, closures and labels used in the field as well as a nice introduction to the regulatory environment.
-European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics
Different aspects of drug packaging are outlined in a comprehensive and understandable format.
-International Packaging Abstracts Journal (Pira)
Product Description
This book examines every significant aspect of pharmaceutical packaging in a comprehensive and readable way. It presents a detailed review of the materials, package types and designs (including closures and labels), the functions of these materials and package designs for different types of pharmaceutical products, package fabrication and filling, including sterilization, and current regulation. Also included is a discussion of current issues and problems in this area of packaging. The content is organized for easy access and reference. Numerous schematics illustrate package designs and packaging procedures. The many tables provide useful reference data in convenient form. This guide and reference will be useful to all those involved in pharmaceutical packaging.




