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The IPA Manufacturing Guidelines Essentials
1. PROCESS FROM PRODUCT FORMULATION TO SHIPMENT
Parameters that must typically be considered when manufacturing a probiotic, from the formulation to the blending and the packaging are detailed in the guidelines, though details regarding manufacturing of the active ingredients, i.e. the probiotics, are not addressed. The IPA Probiotic Manufacturing Process Map is included.
2. BEST PRACTICES TO ACHIEVE COMPLIANCE
Within the guidelines, processes and practices are described as Acceptable to Optimal. Acceptable practices should achieve probiotic finished products that are within specification assuming other GMP’s are adhered to during processing. Moving towards Optimal practices and processes should be the aim of probiotic powder finished supplement manufacturers as described in the guidelines.
3. RECOMMENDED PROCESS PARAMETERS
Various limits or ranges for some specific parameters are addressed for each step of the production and shipment of a Probiotic Dietary Supplement. These parameters include Temperatures & Relative Humidity in the area, as of the product, and more. Guidance and recommendations are outlined for each step. Recommendation for Retain samples procedures are also addressed.
4. QC TESTING?
Recommendations for Microorganism’s ID and enumeration and evaluation of contaminants are also suggested in these guidelines.
5. A RECOMMENDATION FOR CONTINUOUS PROCESS IMPROVEMENT
These guidelines are not to be considered all-encompassing with regards to regulatory and GMP requirements as set forth by the various regulatory authorities and recognized certifications. As such, they address only certain “typical” areas of possible concerns and therefore provide recommendations. It remains the manufacturers’ responsibility to build and demonstrate scientific rationales, and therefore information provided herewith serves only as examples, while providing opportunities for continuous process improvement. To access the IPA Probiotic Manufacturing Guidelines contact: info@internationalprobiotics.org.