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Conversations with Michael Dong: What Is a Basic Drug?
Author(s)Michael W. Dong
In this first part of " Conversations with Michael Dong," a series on fundamentals of HPLC in pharmaceutical analysis, LCGC International’s "Perspectives in HPLC" column editor discusses “basic drugs.” What are they? Why are most drugs basic rather than acidic?
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Michael Dong, editor of LCGC International's "Perspectives in HPLC" column, has launched a video series in 2026 called "HPLC in Pharmaceutical Analysis," which explores how the technique is used in the pharmaceutical field.
In celebration of National Chemistry Week at the end of October, ChromatographyOnline.com is pleased to share "Conversations with Michael Dong" this month, featuring highlights from the series. We encourage readers to watch the full series, a free and thorough educational introduction to HPLC for pharmaceutical laboratory professionals at every stage of their careers who want to brush up on the basics. No matter how much experience you have with the technique, you're sure to come away with useful tips for sharpening your skills.
In this installment, Dong discusses “basic drugs.” What are they? Why are most drugs basic rather than acidic?
The entire video, “Why are most small-molecule drugs weak bases?” can be accessed at
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