Drug formulation development optimized during

Whole proteins, including monoclonal antibodies, are the fastest-growing class of therapeutics. Compared with traditional small molecule drugs, much additional analysis is necessary for their development and production due to their large size and complex structure. The protein construct and its formulation have to be optimized during development, and its structural integrity must be closely monitored during production. 

In addition to the stability assessment of ASD with the goal for drug product development, the ASD formulation also needs to maintain supersaturation during the in vivo dissolution window so as to achieve the solubiUty enhancement and to optimize drug absorption. 

As part of the preformulation activities, investigations include physiochemical character, purity, solubility, stability, and optimal pH studies. In preparation for clinical studies, potential product formulations considering route of administration and solution stability are also studied. Unique to dosage form development studies for lyophilized products, thermal analysis of the drug substance and product formulations are also necessary. Data generated during this phase of product development is useful for future development activities, along with validation. 

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