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Semisolids
By
Weerayut Chirarutsami
23/8/2006
Validation of Semisolids
Semisolids:
A pharmaceutical dosage form category that
includes ointments, cream emulsions, pastes, gels,
and rigid foams. Their common property is the
ability to cling to the surface of application for
reasonable duration before they are washed or
worn off. The adhesion is due to plastic rheologic
behavior, which allows the semisolid to retain
shape and cling as a film until acted upon by an
outside force, in which case it will deform and flow
Validation of Semisolids
*minimum requirements
Validation of Semisolids
Mixing Speed
Mixing Time
Heating Time
Cooling Time
Pumping Speed
Homogenizing Speed
Homogenizing Time
Critical Processing Steps
Homogenizing
Final Mixing
Acceptance Criteria
Product Testing
Validation Batch:
New products and product transfer, Prospective validation is
required
Manufacturing Process, Formula, Equipment and Batch Size
have to be fixed during the validation trials.
Batch Size should be the same size as commercial production
batch
The batch size must be fixed for production. However, it can be
changed up to 10% with the on-going study by using the same
equipment.
Validation of Semisolids
Validation Batch:Continued
Different lots but same manufacturer of active ingredients
should be used during validation trials
At least 2 portions of this bulk quantity must be filled in to 2
batches of any size container. The portions should be from
different bulk trials.
1 entire bulk should filled in to 1 batch of the smallest container
size to demonstrate the largest filling run time.
The validation study should include the smallest and largest
size of the same type of filled container
Validation of Semisolids
Validation Batch:(Continued)
Raw materials, in-process product and finished product
must pass all in process and testing standard release
requirements
Cleaning procedure for all relevant equipment must be
evaluated for cleaning validation
Product may not be released to the market until the
validation report is approved and issued
Validation of Semisolids
In-process Monitoring
Record temperature of melted ingredients, mixtures, incoming liquids
and final product, and rates of heating or cooling for comparison
against the product development batch information
Record critical processing parameters for pumping, mixing,
comminution and transfer of the product
Check the product for foaming, presence of unusual lumps, or
discoloration. Determine if there is any residue in the tanks after
emptying. Examine the filters and screens for unmixed or undissolved
material
Validation of Semisolids
Product Acceptance
Sampling Plan
Parameters Criteria
UPL & LPL within
Take samples from
90 110% LA *
2 3 levels to get 6
Bulk
RSD 3.6% 10 samples
Homogeneity
(n=6) or 4.2% depending on batch
(n=10) size/mixer design
For bulk in mixing, storage or holding tank; * Prod Specs =
90 110 % LA; LPL & UPL = Lower & Upper Prediction
Limits
RSD Limits for Bulk Samples
(Semi-Solids)
RSD Limits for Bulk Samples
(Semi-Solids)
Validation of Semisolids
Qualification of Maximum Bulk Hold Time
The maximum period of time which the bulk can be held
prior to fill
One full scale bulk batch should be held for most practical
maximum time period prior to filling
If there is not enough support information / qualification
done. The period of 24 hours will be used
Hold time qualification must simulate actual in-process
conditions and handling
The qualified hold time used in routine production must be
specified in the manufacturing batch record
Validation of Semisolids
Sampling
Other pattern
Ten equidistant points across the filling run must be samples.
The beginning and end of filling must be represented. Samples
should be taken in triplicate
Filled Product: Content Uniformity
(Semi-Solids)
Acceptance
Product Criteria Sampling Plan
Parameters
(n = 10)
UPL & LPL within 90
3 4 units from
110% LA *
beginning,
Content
middle and end
Uniformity
RSD 4.2% of filling cycle;
total = 10 units
Changes
Minor: It seems to have no impact on formulation
It is not necessary to validate
Intermediate Change
Process changes deemed intermediate by change control
review, such as mixing times or operating ranges outside of
previously validated capacity
Extension of the qualified in process hold time for
intermediate or finished product prior to packaging
Equipment change deemed intermediate by change control
review
Validation of Semisolids
Major Changes
Quantitative or qualitative formulation change deemed major by
change control review
Major Change
Rework procedure
New dosage