Inhaled Dissolution Apparatus (IDA)

Product Details

The Inhaled Dissolution Apparatus (IDA) offers a streamlined, reliable solution for evaluating the dissolution characteristics of inhaled drug products. This apparatus addresses the unique challenges of testing respirable powders, aerosols, and sprays.

Designed for pharmaceutical developers and researchers, the IDA helps you generate reproducible, discriminatory data essential for understanding drug release profiles. By adapting traditional dissolution methods to the specific needs of inhaled formulations, the IDA supports your efforts to meet regulatory expectations and accelerate product development.

Testing inhaled products requires a specialized approach that differs from solid oral dosage forms. The IDA utilizes a specific holder design that positions the sample effectively within the dissolution medium. This ensures optimal contact and wetting, which are crucial for accurate dissolution profiling of fine particles.

By controlling the variables associated with sample introduction and medium interaction, the IDA helps you avoid common testing pitfalls. The result is a more reliable dataset that empowers you to make informed decisions about your product’s performance.

Applications

• Formulation Screening: Rapidly evaluate and compare candidate formulations to identify the most promising options.
• Quality Control: Monitor batch-to-batch consistency to help maintain high product quality standards.
• Bioequivalence Studies: Generate in vitro data that supports in vivo correlation efforts.

Features and Benefits

• Reproducible Data Generation: The apparatus is engineered to deliver consistent results, reducing variability in your testing processes.
• Discriminatory Power: It helps distinguish between different formulations, providing critical insights during the development phase.
• Versatile Compatibility: The IDA accommodates a wide range of dosage forms, including Dry Powder Inhalers (DPIs), Metered Dose Inhalers (MDIs), and nebulizers.
• Regulatory Alignment: The system supports testing strategies aligned with current FDA guidelines and industry best practices for inhaled product characterization.
• Seamless Integration: Designed to work with Copley’s trusted dissolution testers, the IDA fits easily into your existing laboratory setup.