Lect. Dr. Ala’ Abd Al-Razzaq Mohammed Hussein, Pharmacy Faculty member at, Al-Zahraa University for Women, has published a scientific research paper in Maaen Journal for Medical Sciences, focusing on the importance of 3D printing in drug design and its role in developing personalized medication doses tailored to individual patient needs.
The study underscores how this cutting-edge technology, which has seen extensive use in industries such as aerospace and automotive, is making noteworthy advancements in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Additionally, it enhances therapeutic efficacy, minimizes side effects.
The research delves into the key 3D printing techniques employed in drug manufacturing, including:
• Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM)
• Stereolithography (SLA)
• Selective Laser Sintering (SLS)
• Inkjet Printing
The study examines the advantages and limitations of each method and their suitability for producing personalized medication doses.
It bears noting that Dr. Hussein’s research highlights the immense potential of 3D printing in the pharmaceuticals field, ranging from creating complex geometric drug formulations to the control of drug release rates as well as a reduction in prototype development costs. Furthermore, this innovation positions 3D printing as
Translated by Zahra' Ala', revised by Asst. Lect. Inam Mohammed
