Abstract

Since the awareness of adverse effects associated with pharmaceutical excipients in drug formulations, these excipients are no longer considered inert substances. Numerous countries have recognized the potential risks that they pose to patients and have implemented diverse regulations to evaluate their safety, compatibility, toxicity, and quality. Regulatory authorities have proactively implemented measures to evaluate excipients and have formulated comprehensive guidelines that manufacturers are obligated to follow. This review primarily highlights the different provisions governing the utilization of excipients in drug formulation by regulatory authorities worldwide. Nonetheless, it is worth noting that there are still many countries that do not perceive excipients as posing a potential threat.

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