Pharmaceutical formulations refer to the development and preparation of medications in various forms that are safe, effective and convenient for patient use. These formulations are created by pharmaceutical companies to transform active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) into finished dosage forms such as tablets, capsules, creams, ointments, syrups, injections, and more. The formulation process involves carefully selecting excipients, which are inactive substances that aid in the delivery, stability and absorption of the medication. Pharmaceutical formulations undergo rigorous testing to ensure quality, potency and adherence to regulatory standards. The goal of pharmaceutical formulations is to provide patients with reliable and consistent medications that can be easily administered, while maintaining the therapeutic efficacy of the active ingredients.