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PG/HOLD/001 XXXXX Tablets
1. Purpose :
Hold time study is the determination of time period for which the product can be hold at a particular
stage & period during processing, under defined storage conditions. Such study will support the
maximum time period between various stages during the manufacturing of the product. This protocol
will provide the guideline to determine the hold time for different manufacturing stages of XXXXX
tablets.
2. Scope :
This Protocol provides the guidance for determination of time limitation up to which bulk can be
stored before taken for next processing stage up to which time it can be stored in stipulated storage
container at stipulated storage conditions.
3. Responsibility:
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6. Acceptance Criteria:
The acceptance criteria for all the tests should be same as per the hold time study specification. Any
significant change in the result needs to be investigated and addressed properly.
7. Revalidation:
The hold time study shall be performed again in case of any major change in product specification.
8. Evaluation:
The maximum period at which the observation for all the specified tests are within the specification
limits shall be the acceptable hold time for the respective intermediate. Based on the generated
results, evaluation & conclusion to be made along with established hold time period.
9. Batch Details:
1. Binder
2. Granules
3. Lubricated Blend
4. Core Tablets
5. Coating Solution
6. Coated Tablets
10. Re port:
Results obtained from the analysis shall be attached in the form of report.
11. Conclusion:
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12. Approval
Name & Designation Depart ment Signature Date
Prepared By
Checked By
Approved By
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