The innovative field of 3D printing technology has officially made its way into the herbal pharmaceutical industry, opening new doors for precision, customization, and efficiency in natural medicine production.
The innovative field of 3D printing technology has officially made its way into the herbal pharmaceutical industry, opening new doors for precision, customization, and efficiency in natural medicine production. Once limited to medical devices and prototyping, 3D printing is now revolutionizing how herbal capsules are formulated and delivered.
According to experts in digital health and pharmaceutical technology, 3D printing allows for the production of capsules infused with botanical extracts that are tailored to individual patients. Each capsule can be printed with precise dosage levels and controlled-release mechanisms, addressing the long-standing challenge of inconsistency in herbal treatments.
Research laboratories and pharmaceutical innovators in advanced markets are now exploring 3D-printed herbal capsules as a means to improve treatment accuracy, reduce raw material waste, and accelerate the development of experimental formulations.
Looking ahead, 3D printers may soon become a standard fixture in smart pharmacies, enabling on-site, real-time production of personalized herbal medications.
As part of its innovation roadmap, Padideh Giah Technology Development Center is actively monitoring the progress of this emerging technology. The center is currently assessing the technical and regulatory requirements needed to localize 3D pharmaceutical printing for herbal applications in Iran and the region.
