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Phosphate Buffer Saline (PBS),
PBS is a buffered saline solution that maintains physiological pH and osmolarity, serving as a vehicle or diluent rather than an active pharmaceutical agent.
At a glance
| Generic name | Phosphate Buffer Saline (PBS), |
|---|---|
| Sponsor | Shire |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Phase | Phase 3 |
Mechanism of action
Phosphate Buffer Saline is a standard laboratory and clinical reagent composed of sodium chloride, sodium phosphate, and potassium phosphate that creates an isotonic, pH-neutral environment. It is not a drug with a therapeutic mechanism of action, but rather a formulation excipient or delivery vehicle commonly used in pharmaceutical manufacturing, cell culture, and clinical applications to maintain biological stability and compatibility.
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Competitive intelligence
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