ICH Q4B Annex 4A Microbiological examination of non-sterile products: microbial enumeration tests - Scientific guideline
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This annex is the result of the Q4B process for Microbiological Examination of Non-Sterile Products: Microbial Enumeration Tests. The proposed texts were submitted by the Pharmacopoeial Discussion Group. It aims to facilitate the recognition of pharmacopoeial procedures for microbial enumeration tests by regulatory authorities in the ICH regions.
Keywords: Microbiological, non-sterile, microbial enumeration tests, pharmacopoeia