An automated modular assembly line for drugs in a miniaturized plant

Chem Commun (Camb). 2020 Jan 23;56(7):1026-1029. doi: 10.1039/c9cc06945c.

Abstract

We report here a fully automated, end-to-end, integrated continuous manufacturing process for a small-molecule generic medication with built-in quality assurance. The entire process fits into a box of 30.7 m2 modular footprint and a total residence time of less than 30 h, with a throughput up to 40.3 × 106 tablets per year.

MeSH terms

  • Drug Industry / instrumentation
  • Drug Industry / methods*
  • Pharmaceutical Preparations / chemical synthesis*

Substances

  • Pharmaceutical Preparations