Overview
Discover the science behind pharmaceutical freeze drying in this educational animation. Freeze drying, or lyophilization, is the process of removing water from drug products to ensure long-term stability. Take a look inside the freeze dryer and see how the different components work together throughout each of the four stages of the freeze drying.
Objectives
After watching this video, you'll be able to:
- Explain the process of freeze drying and its role in preserving drug products for long-term stability.
- Identify the key components of a freeze dryer, including the product chamber, condenser, and systems for vacuum, refrigeration, and heating.
- Describe the four stages of freeze drying, with emphasis on the roles of temperature, pressure, and time in each stage.
- Outline the steps involved in the primary and secondary drying phases, including the concepts of sublimation and bound water removal.
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