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Dissolution Testing

Dissolution Testing

Dissolution testing is a fundamental analytical technique used to evaluate how active pharmaceutical ingredients are released from dosage forms such as tablets or capsules into a liquid medium. This process provides critical insights into formulation performance and product consistency. At BOC Sciences, we deliver comprehensive dissolution testing services covering routine QC, biorelevant, and modified-release evaluations. Equipped with advanced analytical platforms and a highly experienced scientific team, we ensure precise, reproducible results that accelerate formulation optimization and R&D efficiency. Our global clients, ranging from pharmaceutical innovators to formulation developers, trust BOC Sciences for reliable, data-driven dissolution testing solutions.

Trusted Dissolution Testing Service Categories by BOC Sciences

Routine QC Dissolution Testing

At BOC Sciences, we provide tailored dissolution testing solutions to precisely measure drug release profiles from tablets and capsules. By optimizing experimental conditions, we deliver high-quality data to support formulation improvement, dosage performance enhancement, and informed R&D decision-making.

Multi-Media Dissolution Testing

BOC Sciences conducts multi-media and multi-stage dissolution testing to simulate drug release under different pH conditions in the gastrointestinal tract. This service supports pH-sensitive or enteric formulations and provides data for complex dosage form optimization.

Modified Release Dissolution Testing

For sustained or controlled-release formulations, we perform modified release dissolution testing to track drug release kinetics. BOC Sciences' precise experimental design helps clients improve dosage performance, optimize formulations, and accelerate R&D progress.

Biorelevant Dissolution Testing

BOC Sciences offers biorelevant dissolution testing using simulated physiological fluids to evaluate drug release behavior. The data help R&D teams predict in vivo performance, guide formulation optimization, and enhance decision-making reliability during development.

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Offering diverse dissolution testing solutions for multiple sample types, BOC Sciences delivers expert support tailored to your project needs.

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Sample Types Available for Our Dissolution Testing

MTT Assay

Solid Oral Dosage Forms

  • Tablets
  • Capsules
  • Orally disintegrating or effervescent tablets
  • Sustained- or controlled-release tablets
  • Pellets or granules in capsules
CCK-8 Assay

Liquid Dosage Forms

  • Solutions
  • Suspensions
  • Emulsions
  • Injectables
  • Drops
Caspase-3 Activity Assay

Semi-solid Dosage Forms

  • Ointments
  • Gels
  • Creams
  • Patches
LDH Assay

Special or Novel Dosage Forms

  • Controlled- or targeted-release systems
  • Microspheres / nanoparticles
  • Oral films
  • Implantable or long-acting injectables

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Professional Dissolution Testing Platform

At BOC Sciences, our dissolution testing platform integrates advanced analytical technologies and a skilled scientific team, ensuring high-quality, precise, and reproducible results across diverse formulation studies. To accurately measure drug release from these dissolution tests, we utilize advanced analytical instruments as follows:

BOC Sciences delivers a full suite of dissolution testing equipment to meet diverse dosage form needs:

Instrument TypeInstrument NameApplication Description
Type IBasket ApparatusDesigned for tablets and floating or fragile capsules; the dosage form is placed in a rotating basket to facilitate dissolution.
Type IIPaddle ApparatusWidely applicable for most tablets and capsules; the paddle ensures uniform stirring and consistent dissolution.
Type IIIReciprocating Cylinder / Flow-Through CellOptimized for sustained or controlled-release formulations; circulating medium simulates dynamic dissolution conditions.
Type IVFlow-Through Cell ApparatusProvides precise control over drug release rates; suitable for low-solubility or specialized formulations.
Type VPaddle Over DiskIdeal for films or coated tablets; the dosage form is fixed on a disk while the paddle stirs the medium.
Type VIRotating CylinderTailored for lipid-based or sustained-release formulations requiring specialized dissolution testing.
Type VIIHybrid Flow-Through / Reciprocating HolderSupports complex or innovative dosage forms, enabling simulation of multiple release mechanisms.

BOC Sciences Dissolution Testing Workflow

Requirement Understanding

1Initial Consultation and Requirement Assessment

Clients share formulation details and testing goals. Our experts define objectives and design an appropriate testing plan.

Experimental Design

2Method Design and Setup

We create customized dissolution protocols, choosing optimal apparatus, media, and parameters for reliable, reproducible results.

Model System Construction

3Sample Testing and Data Collection

Testing is conducted under controlled conditions using advanced instruments to ensure reliable data acquisition.

Pharmacological Testing Execution

4Data Interpretation and Report Delivery

Results are analyzed and summarized. Clients receive detailed reports supporting formulation development decisions.

Customized Solutions for Dissolution Testing

01

Solution for Drug Development

BOC Sciences provides dissolution testing solutions supporting formulation design. Our advanced analytical capability enables accurate evaluation of release profiles, helping drug developers predict in vivo performance and refine dosage forms for enhanced bioavailability.

02

Solution for Formulation Optimization

We offer dissolution testing solutions that assist formulation scientists in assessing excipient impact, release kinetics, and stability. Our platform delivers high-precision data to guide formulation adjustments, ensuring consistent performance and product robustness.

03

Solution for Quality Assessment

BOC Sciences provides dissolution testing solutions for consistent product quality evaluation. We help manufacturing and QC teams establish dissolution specifications, assess batch uniformity, and ensure product consistency through reliable and repeatable testing protocols.

04

Solution for Novel Drug Delivery Systems

For R&D teams developing novel drug delivery systems, BOC Sciences offers specialized dissolution testing solutions enabling precise characterization of release behavior under diverse conditions. Our accurate data support formulation screening and early-stage innovation.

Start Your Dissolution Testing Project Today!

Contact BOC Sciences to initiate your dissolution testing services. Our team provides precise, high-resolution release profiles for a wide range of dosage forms, enabling informed formulation optimization and accelerating your research and development projects efficiently.

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Dissolution Test Reports Overview

Our dissolution testing reports provide detailed release profiles, quantitative data, and trend analysis, varying by specific test requirements.

Data Summary and Analysis

  • Overview of dissolution profiles and key release metrics
  • Trend analysis and comparison across batches or formulations
  • Statistical evaluation and relevant performance indicators

Graphs and Visual Representations

  • Dissolution curves, time-release plots, and media comparisons
  • Highlighted variations or notable deviations
  • Annotated figures for easy interpretation

Supporting Documentation

  • Instrument calibration and verification records
  • Method parameters and experimental conditions
  • Appendices or raw data files for reference

Top Reasons to Choose Dissolution Testing

High-Resolution Instrumentation

We use advanced analytical instruments to deliver precise, sensitive dissolution data for a wide range of formulations.

Comprehensive Test Coverage

Supporting 20+ dosage forms, our platform covers tablets, capsules, and controlled-release systems.

Rapid Turnaround and Throughput

Streamlined workflows and automated sampling enable efficient testing while maintaining reproducible, high-quality results for all samples.

Experienced Scientific Team

Our scientists provide detailed analysis, interpretation of release profiles, and actionable insights supporting formulation development.

Applications of Dissolution Testing in Pharmaceutical Industry

Formulation Development

  • Evaluate tablet and capsule release profiles
  • Optimize excipients and dosage forms
  • Assess controlled-release and sustained-release systems
  • Guide formulation adjustments for consistent performance

Analytical Development and QC Support

  • Monitor dissolution profiles across multiple batches
  • Ensure uniformity and reproducibility of products
  • Identify variations or deviations in manufacturing
  • Support QC teams with reliable analytical data

Research on Novel Drug Delivery Systems

  • Characterize release kinetics of innovative formulations
  • Compare performance under different media or conditions
  • Support early-stage R&D and formulation screening
  • Provide data for novel delivery system design

Dissolution Testing Case Studies and Success Stories

Client Needs: A pharmaceutical company developing immediate-release small-molecule tablets required precise dissolution testing to ensure consistent drug release and support formulation optimization.

Challenges: The client observed significant batch-to-batch variability in in vitro dissolution profiles, making it difficult to predict systemic absorption and select optimal formulations efficiently.

Solution: BOC Sciences implemented a tailored dissolution testing workflow using USP-compliant apparatus with optimized sampling intervals. Automated data collection and analysis allowed for high-resolution profiling across multiple batches.

Outcome: Provided reliable dissolution profiles that identified variability sources and enabled the client to optimize excipients and manufacturing parameters. This accelerated formulation selection and ensured reproducible in vitro performance.

Client Needs: A pharmaceutical company developing extended-release (ER) capsule formulations required detailed dissolution evaluation to compare release kinetics and guide prototype selection.

Challenges: The client faced inconsistent drug release due to matrix composition differences, and traditional sampling intervals failed to capture subtle kinetic variations, complicating formulation ranking.

Solution: BOC Sciences conducted high-resolution dissolution testing with multi-point sampling and kinetic modeling. Customized dissolution media reflected physiological conditions to accurately simulate release profiles.

Outcome: Delivered detailed dissolution kinetics for all prototypes, allowing the client to identify optimal ER formulations, streamline prototype selection, and reduce development iteration cycles.

Client Needs: A pharmaceutical company developing combination tablets containing multiple active ingredients required dissolution testing to evaluate simultaneous release profiles and support formulation design.

Challenges: The client struggled with interference between actives, resulting in inconsistent dissolution readings and difficulty in predicting in vivo performance for each component.

Solution: BOC Sciences implemented a multi-analyte dissolution testing strategy with optimized sample separation and HPLC quantification, ensuring accurate, component-specific release profiles.

Outcome: Provided clear, reproducible dissolution profiles for each active ingredient. The client could confidently refine formulations, ensuring balanced release and enhancing overall product quality.

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