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Formulation Type and Physical Variables Assessed
| Formulation type | Number in each kit | Number repackaged | Physical variables | Number of unit doses tested |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solids (tablet and capsule) | 24 | 22 | Weight, appearance, color, odor, caking, clumping, hardness, and friability | 3–6 |
| Semisolids (gel, cream, ointment, and suppository) | 7 | 0 | Cracking, melting, drying, and phase separation | 1–3 |
| Liquids (ophthalmic and injectable) | 4 | 0 | Microbial count and pH | 1 |
