Description: The first edition was published in two volumes in 1984; the second edition requires three to accommodate the many changes in the science and technology associated with these products. Volume 1 covers formulation and product development, with chapters on the dosage form and its historical development
Review Quotes: "This book forms part of a 3-volume set which is a standard reference work for the formulation and manufacture of parenteral dosage forms. . . . . .coverage. . .is very comprehensive. . . . . .The entire series is probably the best source for information of the disparate multidisciplinary area we call pharmaceutics, and is essential reading for all in this area." ---Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology ." . .Every chapter has been revised and updated to keep pace with advances in science and technology. The editors did a good job of systematically organizing the contents of the text into three volumes. . .The first volume deals with performultion, formulation, and product development. . . .well illustrated with photographs, diagrams, and flow charts. . .The contributing authors. . .have impressive credentials and their views and experiences enhance the value of the book. . .strongly recommend[ed]. . .for both students and professionals, both in academics and in industry." ---BioPharm