Encyclopaedia of Pharmaceutical Technology: v.20: Supplement 3

"The Encyclopedia of Pharmaceutical Technology" presents authoritative and contemporary articles on all aspects of drug development, dosage forms, manufacturing, and regulation - enabling the specialist and novice alike to keep abreast of developments in this rapidly evolving and highly competitive field. It presents a dependable reference tool and a solid investment for years to come - maintaining currency through its supplements [Volume 18/Supplement 1: Published in November, 1998]. The Encyclopedia contains interdisciplinary contributions in a wide array of subjects, including: drugs; decomposition; metabolism; pharmaceutical incompatibilities; pharmacokinetics; physicochemical properties; preformulation; stability; drug delivery systems and devices-development and manufacture; analysis and controls; bioavailability; use of computerization; formulation and processing alternatives; national and international registration; packaging; patents; process validation; scale-up; safety and efficacy; stability; standards; post-production and practical considerations; governmental/industrial/professional organizations; legal aspects; national and international agencies; patent life of drugs; patient compliance; and much, much more!