Research
i2c Pharmaceutical Services conduct multi-faceted research and development programmes involving all types of inhaler formulation.

The key offerings from i2c include:
  • Aerosol particle sizing and inhaler performance characterisation using e.g.

Next Generation Impactor
Andersen Cascade Impactor
Liquid Impinger
Laser Sizing

  • Dose uniformity and potency tests.
  • Moisture content.
  • Analytical methods development and optimisation
  • Staff training and knowledge transfer.
  • pMDI production using one- and two-stage Pamasol filling equipment with 5L and 50L pressure compounding vessels (batch sizes up to 5,000 cans).
  • DPI small scale (up to 2 kg) powder blending.
  • Accelerated stability testing using three (840 L) temperature & humidity cabinets
  • Optimisation of container closure systems*
  • Pharmaceutical and mechanical performance testing*
  • Input and advice on industrialization and equipment issues*
  • Input in to the development of manufacturing and quality documentation*

(*Services delivered in partnership with collaborating partners)

This list of research and development methods are not exhaustive so please contact us if you have specific requirements that cannot be found.