Advanced drug formulation development is the process of creating new and improved formulations for existing drugs. Currently, the trend in advanced drug formulation development is to improve the bioavailability and efficacy of existing drugs. One of the ways to achieve this is by developing new dosage forms. These new dosage forms can help increase the absorption rate of the medication and ensure that a higher percentage of active ingredients reach their targets in the body.

The development of new dosage forms requires extensive research and development. Design of experiments (DOE), nanotechnology, and microencapsulation are some of the strategies being used to develop new dosage forms. In addition, the use of biodegradable polymers for controlled-release applications is also gaining popularity.