British Pharmacopoeia
British Pharmacopoeia is a collection of official standards for medicinal substances in the United Kingdom. It is an authoritative, comprehensive reference book for individuals and organizations involved in pharmaceutical research, development, manufacture, and testing.
History[edit | edit source]
The British Pharmacopoeia was first published in 1864 by the General Medical Council. It was created to provide a standard for drugs and medicines in the UK, and to ensure the quality of medicinal products. The publication has been updated annually since 1988.
Content[edit | edit source]
The British Pharmacopoeia includes monographs for drug substances, excipients, and formulations, with general chapters on analytical techniques and quality control procedures. It also includes information on veterinary drugs and herbal medicines.
Role and Importance[edit | edit source]
The British Pharmacopoeia is a vital tool for ensuring the quality of medicinal products. It is used by pharmacists, regulatory authorities, manufacturers, and researchers to ensure that all medicines meet the necessary standards of safety, quality, and efficacy.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- European Pharmacopoeia
- United States Pharmacopeia
- Pharmacopoeia
- Medicinal substances
- Pharmaceutical research
References[edit | edit source]
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