For what purposes can drinking water be used in the pharmaceutical industry?

02.03.2020

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In addition to supplying the pharmaceutical water treatment system, drinking water is also used for pre-rinsing the equipment and containers during cleaning cycles. Drinking water can also be used during the initial stages of active substance manufacture.

[GMP Compliance Adviser, Chapter 15.A]

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