Different Types of Sterilization Processes Used to Control Microorganisms in Pharmaceutical Microbiology
Different Types of Sterilization Processes Used to Control Microorganisms in Pharmaceutical Microbiology 1️⃣ Introduction Sterilization is a critical process in pharmaceutical microbiology that ensures the complete destruction or removal of all forms of microbial life, including bacteria, spores, fungi, and viruses . It is an essential step in the preparation of sterile pharmaceutical products , laboratory media, instruments, and equipment. The main goal of sterilization is to prevent microbial contamination that could compromise the quality, efficacy, and safety of pharmaceutical products. Different sterilization methods are used based on the type of material, product stability, and nature of microorganisms involved. --- 2️⃣ Definition of Sterilization Sterilization is defined as the process by which all living microorganisms, including bacterial spores, are completely destroyed or removed from a substance, surface, or medium. It can be achieved by **physica...