High Potency APIs

Development and Manufacturing of Drug Products Containing Highly Potent APIs

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Working with Highly Potent APIs

As the pharmaceutical industry increasingly focuses on targeted therapies, many drug products contain highly potent active pharmaceutical ingredients (HPAPIs) that require specialist handling and containment throughout development and manufacturing.

At Upperton, we support the development and manufacture of drug products containing highly potent compounds, with capabilities designed to handle materials up to OEB 5.

Our facilities, equipment and operating procedures are engineered to enable the safe handling of potent materials while maintaining product quality and protecting personnel.

Whether incorporated into oral solid dose, nasal, pulmonary or other drug product formats, highly potent compounds can present unique formulation and manufacturing challenges. Our experienced scientists work closely with clients to develop robust formulations and manufacturing processes that support progression from early development through to clinical supply.

As an integrated CDMO, we provide:

  • Formulation development for drug products containing highly potent APIs
  • Analytical development and testing
  • Clinical trial supply manufacturing
  • Technology transfer support
  • Specialist containment capabilities up to OEB 5
  • Expertise across a range of dosage forms, including oral, nasal and pulmonary products

By combining specialist containment capabilities with deep formulation expertise, Upperton helps pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies advance highly potent drug products safely and efficiently.

Your trusted partner for highly potent compounds

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Containment Capabilities up to OEB5

Upperton's containment infrastructure enables the handling of compounds up to Occupational Exposure Band (OEB) 5, supporting development programmes involving some of the industry's most potent molecules.

This capability allows clients to work with confidence, knowing their products are being developed and manufactured within a controlled environment designed to meet the demands of potent compound handling.

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Why Upperton

At Upperton, we specialise in the formulation and development of complex molecules, supporting a wide range of advanced drug delivery systems.

Our expertise spans:

By combining scientific excellence with practical development expertise, we help overcome the challenges of complex drug products and accelerate their path to clinic and market.

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Why Partner with Upperton

We provide fully integrated services across every stage of drug product development:

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We provide fully integrated services across every stage of drug product development.

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