3D Printing of Medications: Customizing Dosages for Patients

Tom Robert

Department of Clinical Medicine and Dentistry, Kampala International University Uganda

Email: robert.tom@studwc.kiu.ac.ug

ABSTRACT

3D printing is revolutionizing pharmaceutical manufacturing by enabling the creation of customized medications tailored to individual patient needs. Traditional drug production follows a mass-manufacturing approach, which may not adequately address the diverse physiological responses of patients, particularly those with unique medical conditions. 3D printing allows for precise dosage customization, controlled drug release, and the development of multi-drug tablets, improving therapeutic outcomes and patient adherence. Despite its promising advantages, challenges such as regulatory compliance, material selection, and scalability remain. This paper examines the benefits, applications, regulatory considerations, and future directions of 3D printing in pharmaceutical manufacturing, highlighting its transformative potential in personalized medicine.

Keywords: 3D printing, personalized medicine, pharmaceutical manufacturing, customized dosage, drug delivery, regulatory challenges, bioavailability.

CITE AS: Tom Robert. (2025). 3D Printing of Medications: Customizing Dosages for Patients. RESEARCH INVENTION JOURNAL OF ENGINEERING AND PHYSICAL SCIENCES 4(1):42-49. https://doi.org/10.59298/RIJEP/2025/414249