Course Description:
This course will emphasize the fundamentals of dissolution testing of solid oral dosage forms and address specifics related to the qualification of USP dissolution apparatus 1 and apparatus 2. Specifically, this course is dedicated to dissolution theory and the guidance presented in USP‒NF General Chapter <711>, the handling of dissolution data and the qualification of an apparatus to prove its suitability for use.
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:
- Understand the theory of dissolution testing presented in USP–NF General Chapter <711> to apply in practical application
- Explain key definitions of dissolution testing
- Set up, verify and qualify a dissolution apparatus (focus on apparatus 2)
- Use acceptance tables
- Explain the operational parameters of a dissolution apparatus that could affect dissolution results
Who Should Participate:
- Dissolution chemists
- Analytical chemists
- Laboratory technicians who are new to dissolution or need a refresher course on the topic
- Regulatory professionals
The live version of this recording took place in May 2023.
Access Duration:Access to this course expires 60 days from the date of registration or until you mark the course ‘Complete’ – whichever occurs first.
The accompanying USP General Chapter(s) available as resources with this course, were official as of the date indicated in the chapter PDF. Please check www.uspnf.com for relevant updates.
USP Approved Instructor
Joseph Eaton
USP Employee since 2002
Senior Strategic Customer Development Manager,
US Pharmacopeia
B.S., chemistry, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University