Achieving Sterility in Medical and Pharmaceutical Products (Drugs and the Pharmaceutical Sciences)

Detailing the scientific principles underlying the achievement of sterility, this unique reference examines both a broad spectrum of practical, commonly used sterilization procedures and the methods available to confirm sterility-assessing the strengths and limitations of each technology. Delineates current regulatory requirements for sterility-emphasizing the importance of aseptic processes in the medical establishment and the pharmaceutical industry! Achieving Sterility in Medical and Pharmaceutical Products discusses sterilization approaches that utilize ·saturated steam ·dry heat ·ethylene oxide ·gamma radiation ·sterile filtration ·and more! Details the scientific principles underlying the achievement of sterility; examines practical, commonly-used sterilization procedures and the methods available to confirm sterility; and assesses the strengths and limitations of each technology. Regulatory requirements for sterility are defined.