International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology
Volume 14, Issue 1

A Comprehensive Review on 3D Printing of Pharmaceuticals

Rama D Korni*, Akhil Majji, Thanmaisree Bora, Bhargavi Chelikani, Dileep K Gandi

Raghu College of Pharmacy, Dakamarri, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India. 

Received: 14th November, 2023; Revised: 10th December, 2023; Accepted: 14th January, 2024; Available Online: 25th March, 2024

ABSTRACT

The development of 3D printing technology has caused a paradigm shift in the pharmaceutical industry by making it possible to produce drugs on demand and according to a patient’s specific needs. This review paper aims to examine the developments, difficulties, and potential applications of 3D printing in the pharmaceutical industry. We examine the various methods used, the benefits it provide, the regulatory issues, and possible uses of 3D printing in the pharmaceutical sector. Additionally, we talk about how 3D printing will affect drug research, patient care, and the state of healthcare as a whole.

Keywords: 3D printing, Computer-aided design, Personalized treatment.

International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology (2024); DOI: 10.25258/ijddt.14.1.67

How to cite this article: Korni RD, Majji A, Bora T, Chelikani B, Gandi DK. A Comprehensive Review on 3D Printing of Pharmaceuticals. International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology. 2024;14(1):481-486.

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