How 3D-printed medicines could revolutionize the future of healthcare

Jul 3, 2023

Research suggests that 3D-printed medicines have reached a sufficient quality to match the standards set for conventionally manufactured medicines.

3D-printed medicines have reached a standard comparable to conventionally manufactured medicines, suggests research. Image: Pexels/Nop Viwat

Amirali Popat

Associate Professor and Director of Research, The University of Queensland

Liam Krueger

Research scientist, The University of Queensland

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Manufacturers can select the dose first and design and print the tablet accordingly.

Manufacturers can select the dose and design the tablet accordingly. Image: Liam Krueger

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Pharmaceutical 3D printing can combine multiple drugs into a single dosage form or tablet. Image: Liam Krueger

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