Application Notes

Detecting Counterfeit Pharmaceuticals using    Handheld Near-Infrared Spectroscopy

Written by: S. Assi, R. Watt and A. Moffat, The School of Pharmacy, University of London

Pharmaceutical counterfeiting is a critical issue accounting for 10% of the world market by revenue. The impact of pharmaceutical counterfeiting can be counted in monetary loss, delayed healing, and increased morbidity and mortality. The World Health Organization and national regulatory agencies worldwide attempt to identify and prevent the sale of potentially lethal counterfeits. The problem is complex because of the vast number of pharmaceutical formulations, global manufacturing and buying patterns and the wide variety of counterfeiting techniques.

Satisfying GMP with Handheld Near-Infrared    Analyzers in the Pharmaceutical Industry

Written by: Dr. Fredrich Haibach

Identification and qualification of incoming pharmaceutical raw materials as well as properties of finished forms can be rapidly determined. Handheld near-infrared analyzers significantly enhance workflow and productivity.

Determination of Moisture Content in    Pharmaceutical Raw Materials.

Written by: Dr. Suzanne Schreyer & Dr. Frederick Haibach

Moisture content determination is important for the processing of many powders. Powders have a large surface area and can absorb a large fraction of water by weight. The absorbed water changes the interactions between individual particles changing the way the powder processes. Water changes the flow, compaction and response to heat of the material. Hygroscopic materials, like sugar, starch and, to a lesser degree, cellulose can absorb relatively large quantities of water.

InfraTrac and the Polychromix PHAZIR^TM   Combating Counterfeit Pharmaceuticals:
   A Tag and Track Solution

Written by: Dr. Sharon Flank, University of Maryland School of Pharmacy

Companies need reliable ways to ensure the integrity of the pharmaceutical supply chain. Patients are in danger from counterfeiting and diversion, errors, and impure or counterfeit ingredients.