This document discusses pharmaceutical packaging technology. It describes the different types of primary, secondary, and tertiary packaging used to surround pharmaceutical products from production to use. The functions of packaging include product identification, protection, facilitating usage, and promotion. The document also discusses various packaging materials, case studies on innovative drug packaging designs, regulatory requirements, and recent advancements in packaging technology.

1. Pharmaceutical Packaging
Technology
Presented By,
Erin Davis

2.  According to WHO packaging:
‘The Collection of different components which surrounds
the pharmaceutical product from the time of production
until its use’
 Container designed for stable pharmaceutical product
 Functions of packaging:
 Product Identification
 Product Protection
 Facilitates the product usage
 Product Promotion
Introduction

3. Pharmaceutical Packaging
 Feeding unit
 Appropriate amount of fill
 Blister machine
 Thermoformable foil web using temperature and pressure
 Foil web: Polyvinyl chloride, Polyethylene, Polystyrene
 Sealing machine
 Aluminium or plastic foil cover
 Cuts into individual packages

4. Types of Package
Primary
•Direct contact with the formulation
•Protect from environmental, chemical & mechanical
Secondary
•Provide information about drug product
•Protection from tough handling during transportation
Tertiary
•Outer package of secondary packaging
•Bulk handling & shipping

5. Types of Packaging Materials
Packaging Material
Glass
Borocilicate
glass
Treated
soda lime
glass
Regular
soda lime
glass
Non
Parenteral
glass
Coloured
glass
Metal
Aluminum
Iron
Lead
Rubber
Butyl
rubber
Nitrile
rubber
Chloroprene
rubber
Silicon
rubber
Plastic
Thermoplastic
Thermosetting

6. Case Study
 Coartem® dispersible prescription medication
 Treat acute malaria infections
 Poor comprehension about the usage
 Healthcare Compliance Packaging Council
 Europe Compliance Pack Award, 2009
Innovation in Malaria Drug Packaging

7. Case Study
 Envoid was the first FDA approved oral
contraceptive
 David P. Wagner ,1964 invented compact-
shaped dial packs
 Patent for medication dispensing means
 Memory aid packaging design
 Ortho dial pack circular design and a
rectangular calendar design
Oral Contraceptive Pills
Calendar Glass
Dial pack

8. Advancements in Packaging
Temperature indicating labels
Near-field communication (NFC)
Counting packaging
Light up packaging
Unit dosing
Fingerprint authentication packaging

9. Regulatory Aspect
 21 Code of Federal Regulations Part 211
Subpart G
 Good record keeping
 Cut labeling
 Controls for drug labeling operations
 Packaging for over-the-counter drugs
 Finishing operations
Chemical Assessment Biocompatibility
Compatibility
Physiochemical
properties
Regulatory
Parameters

10. Conclusion
 Regular packaging materials ensures the proper delivery
 The different types of packaging is important for stability
 Packaging with appropriate standards for safety
 Advancements in packaging technology is vital
 Manufacturer should ensure complies with the regulation

11. References
 https://www.researchgate.net/publication/322224057_Pharmaceutical_Packaging_Technology_A_Brief_Outline
 https://www.malariavaccine.org/resources/reports/case-study-1-drug-packaging-increases-access-malaria-
treatment
 https://99percentinvisible.org/episode/repackaging-the-pill
 https://www.thefdagroup.com/thefdgroup-blog/2015/01/overview-of-packaging-guidelines
 https://www.etthawitthi.com/technology/fingerprint-sensor
 https://www.industry.usa.siemens.com/drives/us/en/motion-control-systems-and-solutions/motion-control-
industry-solutions/packaging/Pages/packaging.aspx?tabcardname=form-fill-seal
 https://www.industry.usa.siemens.com/drives/us/en/motion-control-systems-and solutions/motion-control-
industry-solutions/packaging/packaging-tab/pages/blister-packaging.aspx