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Difference between EP and USP

Posted: Wed Aug 06, 2014 2:35 pm
by jayroseville58
Just want to know what is the difference between the two? Which guideline should I follow particularly on my New Drug Product. Thanks :)

Re: Difference between EP and USP

Posted: Wed Aug 06, 2014 7:49 pm
by Consumer Products Guy
In recent years, many parts of the EP and USP have seemed to grow together. I'd use for whatever geographic locale you are in.

And yes - there are many parts to these publications that will just make you scratch your head and say "Really?"...

Re: Difference between EP and USP

Posted: Thu Aug 07, 2014 5:36 am
by Gerhard Kratz
I fully agree with Consumer Products Guy. EP was copied 1:1 in Japan for the JP, and in China for the CP.
As I always say - it is challenging to use USP methods..............:)