INHALATION DRUG DELIVERY ARTICLES
Inquiries In Inhalation, Part 1: The Breadth Of Breath
In this article, Chief Editor Tom von Gunden considers the expanding range of addressable targets for inhalation drug and biologics delivery. He reports on innovations in oral and nasal inhalation technology that enhance approaches to traditional respiratory indications, as well enable delivery of inhaled therapies to systemic targets beyond the nose and lungs.
INHALATION DRUG DELIVERY VIDEOS
In this episode of Sit and Deliver, host Tom von Gunden talks with Merck VP of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Clinical Supply Allen Templeton about formulation and device considerations for combination products and other delivery systems deployed across a range of molecule types and sizes. The conversation takes them from small molecules, through peptides and mAbs, to large molecule biologics, across various routes of administration including oral, injectable, and inhalation.
In this segment of the Drug Delivery Leader Live online event, Innovations In Drug Delivery: Opportunities For Enhancing Familiar, Mature Approaches, Courtney Evans, principal consultant at Suttons Creek, comments on drug delivery technology advancements, particularly around the challenge of greater reliability. Her commentary begins with the market introduction of epinephrine autoinjectors and moves to more recent advances in nasal spray alternatives.
In this episode of The Combination Products Handbook: The Series, host Tom von Gunden discusses Chapter 7 on human factors engineering (HFE) from The Combination Products Handbook: A Practical Guide for Combination Products and Other Combined Use Systems (CRC Press) with the chapter’s co-authors.
What technical issues need to be addressed if an API is to be successfully micronized? Explore a robust process development strategy that ensures all attributes critical for quality are maintained.
INHALATION DRUG DELIVERY RESOURCES
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![GettyImages-1264101698-lab-research-scientist]( "Formulation Development From Preclinical To First-In-Human")
A compound with poor biopharmaceutical properties or improper formulation design could lead to a delay in the project or even program termination.
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![GettyImages-1214112149-lab-team-collaboration-research]( "New Technologies To Improve Solubility Of Brick Dust Compounds")
David Lyon, Ph.D., and Molly Adam answer attendee questions from a recent webinar about three enabling technologies designed to improve drug solubility in organic solvents for spray drying.
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![iStock-1191189866-lung-inhalation-skeleton-respiratory]( "Expanding Opportunities For Inhaled Drug Delivery")
Review the challenges and intricacies of effectively delivering drugs to the lung and the advantages of using nanoparticles and gentle particle processing techniques to enable delivery of sensitive drugs.
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![GettyImages-1346675635-lab-tablet-research-team]( "Simultaneous Spray Drying For Innovative Dry Powder Inhaler Combination Formulations")
Dr. Kimberly Shepard, a principal R&D engineer at Lonza, offered insights on recent innovations pioneered in spray drying. Shepard also discussed spray drying technologies capable of combining small-molecule APIs with biotherapeutic molecules.
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![iStock-843765314-scientist-lab]( "Solutions For Accelerated Pharmaceutical Development")
Explore an integrated service package designed to simplify and accelerate the development pathway, even for APIs with challenging properties such as low aqueous solubility and poor bioavailability.
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![Lonza 1]( "Engineering Approaches To Respiratory Drug Delivery")
Explore the material and performance properties of spray-dried and jet-milled mannitol for respiratory delivery of crystalline mannitol.
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![GettyImages-1299873218-lab]( "Improve Solubility And Spray Drying Throughput For Brick Dust Compounds")
This paper presents three approaches to address poor solubility in organic solvents for spray drying as well as case studies outlining their successful application during development.
INHALATION DRUG DELIVERY SOLUTIONS
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![GettyImages-1585548490-modular-facility-laboratory-drug-development]( "From Discovery To Impact: New Approach Methodologies")
Human‑relevant models deliver greatest value with clear questions, rigorous execution, and confident interpretation — turning innovation into trusted evidence for development and regulatory decisions.
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![OFM]( "Pharmaceutical Filling System For Non-Injectable Products: Ophthalmic, Nasal Sprays, Syrups: OFM")
OFM automatic filling and closing machines are designed for pharmaceutical formulations, such as syrups, ophthalmic products, and nasal sprays either in glass or plastic containers.
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![iStock-493302504-scientist-lab-development]( "Pre-Formulation And Material Sciences")
Our formulation development and material sciences experts have over 30 years’ experience in pre-formulation and solid state characterization.
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![analytical-timelines-GettyImages-2247278213]( "A Comprehensive Approach That's Exceptional By Design")
An overview of analytical capabilities to boost product quality, meet regulatory expectations, and drive development through phase‑appropriate methods and specialized testing for complex drug programs.
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![GettyImages-884796056-solubility-test-pill]( "Pharmaceutical Development")
Developing an optimized formulation tailored to your API nanoparticles is critical to unlocking their full potential.
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![Blow Fill Seal Packaging]( "Blow-Fill-Seal Packaging Systems For Large Volume Nebulizers And Humidifiers")
Large volume humidifiers and nebulizers – typically in sizes from 250 – 1000mL – can be specifically designed to fit existing delivery devices. Custom designs to facilitate the control of humidification in oxygen delivery can be developed.
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![lung-health-GettyImages-1360866086]( "Fast-Tracking Healthier Tomorrows For Patients And Our Planet")
A focused look at how low‑GWP propellant technologies support sustainability goals while preserving inhaler performance, offering guidance for planning regulatory readiness, device compatibility, and long‑term respiratory portfolio strategy.
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![GettyImages-1435081495-Self-Injector_Auto-Injector]( "Transforming Drug Delivery")
Learn how our team of scientists, engineers, and human-centered designers, as well as our world-class facilities, empower us to confidently guide your product toward a successful market launch.
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![inhaler-GettyImages-2233485493]( "Pulmonary Drug Delivery")
Modern inhalation platforms, improved formulations, and greener propellants speed development and strengthen respiratory performance, with key factors guiding device choice and clinical readiness.
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![pulmonary-GettyImages-2148494976]( "Pulmonary")
See key inhalation platforms and their advantages, showing how targeted delivery, formulation flexibility, and patient-friendly design support efficient development and stronger therapeutic outcomes.
