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Potency and Purity Testing

Meaning

Potency and Purity Testing are two distinct but fundamentally interconnected quality assurance procedures utilized to verify the reliability and safety of pharmaceutical products, especially custom compounded medications. Potency testing objectively quantifies the exact amount of the active pharmaceutical ingredient present in the final product, ensuring it precisely matches the labeled dosage. Purity testing, conversely, identifies and quantifies any unintended contaminants, detrimental byproducts, or degradation substances that may be present. Both tests are indispensable for confirming the therapeutic integrity and non-toxicity of a custom-prepared medication.