Pharmaceutical Analysis in Drug Discovery and Drug Development
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https://doi.org/10.61427/jcpr.v3.i2.2023.110Keywords:
Drug Development, Drug Discovery, Pharmaceutical analysisAbstract
Pharmaceutical analysis stands as a linchpin within the intricate and multifaceted landscape of drug development. It assumes a pivotal role in upholding the safety, efficacy and quality of medicinal products at each juncture of their odyssey from conceptualization to market integration. Within this discourse, we delve into the paramount role of pharmaceutical analysis within the sphere of drug development. Pharmaceutical analysis plays an instrumental role in the identification and characterization of lead compounds that harbor therapeutic potential. Techniques such as high-throughput screening, mass spectrometry and nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) serve as guiding lights in the quest for promising candidates. The elucidation of molecular structures through the means of NMR and X-ray crystallography takes center stage, facilitating a profound comprehension of the intricate interplay between drugs and biological targets. In this review we focused on role of pharmaceutical analysis in drug development and drug discovery. Inadequate pharmaceutical analysis and manufacturing practices can lead to the distribution of unsafe and ineffective medicines. Thus, adherence to cGMP is not only a legal obligation but also a moral imperative to protect public health and maintain the integrity of the pharmaceutical industry.
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