EP 5.1.3

The European Pharmacopeia describes in General Text 5.1.3, the assay they recommend for testing preservative efficacy. The EP divides products into three tables:

5.1.3-1 - Parenteral and ophthalmic preparations

5.1.3-2 - Topical preparations

5.1.3-3 - Oral preparations

Each category of products is challenged with four microorganisms independently and samples are taken at intervals specified for each category throughout 28 days.

In-Vitro Testing Laboratory

Scientists in our In-Vitro testing labs are well trained on ASTM, AATCC, AOAC, CLSI and EN standard methods. The efficacy testing services of this laboratory include MIC/MBC, ...