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Pharmaceutical Analytics I
Pharmazeutische Analytik I
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:28:58
Abstract
This course provides the basic concepts of pharmaceutical analytics in the context of pharmacopeial regulation by Ph. Eur and Ph. Helv.
Objective
Summarize the structure of the Ph. Eur. Summarize the most important pharmacopeias and their commonalities and differences (USP, JP, Ph.Eur., Ph. Helv.) Discuss the structure of a monograph Explain qualification of instruments and validation of methods Explain and compare most important analytical techniques for pharmacies and pharmaceutical industry
Content
Knowledge in pharmaceutical analytics to fulfill regulatory equirements in pharmaceutical industry based on the pharmacopeia in force. Focus is set on method validation, equipment qualification, identification of functional groups and content determination of active pharmaceutical ingredients and excipients.
Resources
Lecture Notes
The slides of the lectures will be provided.
Literature
Instrumentelle Analytik, G. Rücker, M. Neugebauer, G.G. Willems; Deutscher Apotheker Verlag, Stuttgart Arzneistoffanalyse; H. J. Roth, K. Eger, R. Troschütz; Deutscher Apotheker Verlag, Stuttgart Introduction to Pharmaceutical Chemical Analysis; S.H. Hansen, S. Pedersen-Bjergaard, K. Rasmussen; Wiley & Sons
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 90 minutes
- Aids
- Taschenrechner, Lineal, Wörterbuch
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture with exercise | Pharmazeutische Analytik I |
|
3 h weekly |