Introduction The Limit Test for Heavy Metals is a crucial quality control procedure in pharmaceutical analysis used to detect toxic heavy metal impurities such as lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), cadmium (Cd), and arsenic (As) in drugs and raw materials. These metals, if present beyond permissible limits, can cause severe toxicity, organ damage, and carcinogenic effects. … Read more
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Introduction Limit tests in pharmaceutical analysis are essential quality control procedures used to detect and quantify trace impurities in drugs and raw materials. These tests ensure compliance with pharmacopeial standards, guaranteeing drug safety and efficacy. The United States Pharmacopeia (USP), British Pharmacopoeia (BP), and Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP) set stringent limits for impurities such as heavy … Read more