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Rosuvastatin calcium, a potent statin for managing dyslipidaemia, has low solubility and oral bioavailability, posing challenges for effective drug delivery. Developing amorphous rosuvastatin calcium tablets using the direct compression method enhances dissolution and bioavailability. The amorphous form, characterized by higher solubility than crystalline forms, was stabilized using alkalinizing agents like calcium carbonate and water-soluble diluents such as lactose monohydrate. Advanced techniques, including SEM, DSC, and FT-IR, ensured compatibility between active ingredients and excipients, optimizing the formulation to meet pharmacopoeial standards for quality and performance.

References:

González, R., Peña, M.Á., Torres, N.S., and Torrado, G., 2022. Design, development, and characterization of amorphous rosuvastatin calcium tablets. PLoS One

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What is rosuvastatin used for?
Rosuvastatin is a statin medication used to lower LDL cholesterol, manage dyslipidaemia, and reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
References:

González, R., Peña, M.Á., Torres, N.S., and Torrado, G., 2022. Design, development, and characterization of amorphous rosuvastatin calcium tablets. PLoS One

Why is the amorphous form of rosuvastatin preferred?
The amorphous form of rosuvastatin has higher solubility compared to crystalline forms, improving its bioavailability despite lower physical stability.
References:

González, R., Peña, M.Á., Torres, N.S., and Torrado, G., 2022. Design, development, and characterization of amorphous rosuvastatin calcium tablets. PLoS One

How does the direct compression method benefit rosuvastatin tablets?
Direct compression simplifies the production of rosuvastatin tablets, ensuring cost-effective manufacturing with consistent quality and performance.
References:

González, R., Peña, M.Á., Torres, N.S., and Torrado, G., 2022. Design, development, and characterization of amorphous rosuvastatin calcium tablets. PLoS One