Another challenge lies in the complexity of formulating drugs for specific patient populations, including pediatrics, geriatrics, and patients with disabilities. Each group may have unique requirements regarding dosage form, administration route, and taste preferences. Therefore, formulating drugs to be both effective and patient-friendly is a delicate balancing act.
An Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) is a substance or compound that is utilized in the production of a pharmaceutical drug. APIs are the main biologically active ingredients that exert the intended effects in the treatment of diseases. For example, in the case of aspirin, the API is acetylsalicylic acid, which provides relief from pain and inflammation.