New Drug Formulations and Technologies (2nd Edition)

Author: Lu Bin
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Publish Date: 2005-07-01
Features: The revision of the second edition of "New Dosage Forms and Technologies in Drugs" was carried out in the early 21st century. The editors strove to reflect the latest achievements of pharmaceutical sciences in theory, dosage forms, technology, and craftsmanship. This edition adheres to the fundamental principles of being novel, practical, in-depth, and systematic, as well as combining theory with practice. It includes both theory and principles, technical processes, quality evaluation, and application examples, while making every effort to reflect the latest achievements and advancements. The explanations are designed to be thorough yet accessible, accurate, concise, and adaptable to readers of different levels. The book consists of 16 chapters, covering the following topics: solid dispersion preparation technology, inclusion compound preparation technology, micelle, nanoemulsion, submicron emulsion, and multiple emulsion preparation technology, liposome preparation technology, microcapsule and microsphere preparation technology, submicron particle and nanoparticle preparation technology, matrix-type dosage form preparation technology, sustained-release coating and pellet preparation technology, pulsatile and on-demand self-regulating drug delivery technology, transdermal new dosage forms, ophthalmic new dosage forms, oral, nasal, pulmonary, and rectal new dosage forms, uterine, vaginal, and implantable new dosage forms, arterial embolization, magnetic guidance, and active targeting new dosage forms, new dosage forms for biotechnology drugs, therapeutic gene delivery technology, and new dosage forms for drug delivery. The primary readership of this book includes graduate and undergraduate students in pharmaceutical schools and universities, as well as pharmaceutical professionals working in teaching, research, production, and hospital settings. It can also serve as a reference for clinical medicine and related disciplines.