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Research Article

A Novel Method for Measuring Gel Strength of Controlled Release Hydrogel Tablets Using a Cone/Plate Rheometer

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Pages 107-116 | Received 16 Mar 2000, Accepted 28 Jun 2000, Published online: 25 Jan 2001

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