METHOD DEVELOPMENT AND VALIDATION FOR ESTIMATION OF TOLTERODINE IN TABLET DOSAGE FORM BY RP-HPLC

Dr. K. Neelima. et al. © 2012, JPR. All Rights Reserved Jo Vol. 14 METHOD DEVELOPMENT AND VALIDATION FOR ESTIMATION OF TOLTERODINE IN TABLET DOSAGE C. Kavya 1Depart ment of Pharmaceutical Analysis, R eceived on: A simple, precise, and robust reverse phase high HPLC) method was developed and validated for the quantitative estimation of Tolterodine in tablet dosage forms. Chromatograph separation was achieved on a YMC Triart C1 8 column (250 × 4.6 mm, 5.0 µm) using a mobile phase of 10 mM ammonium bicarbonate in water and acetonitrile (70:30, v/v) at a flow rate of 0.7 Q2(R1) guidelines, evaluating specificity, linearity, accuracy, precision, robustness, system suitability, limit of detection (LOD), and limit of quantification (LOQ). Calibration was linear across the 2 ranged from 98–102%, and intra/interday precision studies showed %RSD values below 2%. The method demonstrated consistent results under minor variations in flow rate and column temperature, confirming robustness. The validated method is rapid, sen accurate, and suitable for routine quality control and stability analysis of Tolterodine in pharmaceutical dosage forms Keywords: Tolteridone, RPHPL C, Validation, ICH Guidelines INTRODUCTION T olterodine is a widely used antimuscarinic agent for treating symptoms of overactive bladder. Reliable assay of Tolterodine in pharmaceutical dosage forms is essential for ensuring therapeutic efficacy and patient safety. RP favored in pharmaceutical analysis for its robust selectivity, sensitivity, and reproducibility in quantifying API concentrations. This study aims to develop and va and accurate RPHPLC method for Tolterodine estimation in tablet dosage forms, fully complying with ICH Q2(R1) guidelines for method validation.The literature survey reveals that, Tolterodine was estimated by HPLC methods for stability indicating [2 & 3], pharmaceutical assays [4, 5 estimation by Chiral HPLC [7& 8] and simultaneous estimation Corresponding author: Dr. K. Neelima Department of Pharmaceutical Analysis Sarojini Naidu Vanita Pharmacy MahaVidyalaya, Tarnaka, Secunderabad, Telangana, India Email: neelima_[email protected] DOI: J Pharm Res, 2025; 14(06): 37 https://jprinfo.com/ Jo urnal of Pharma Research Available online through www.jprinfo.com 14 Issues 06, 2025 ISSN: 2319-5622 Original Article METHOD DEVELOPMENT AND VALIDATION FOR ESTIMATION OF TOLTERODINE IN TABLET DOSAGE FORM BY RP-HPLC C. Kavya 1, P. Vyshali1, P. Vivek Sagar1, K. Neelima*1 ment of Pharmaceutical Analysis, Sarojini Naidu Vanita Pharmacy Maha Vidyalaya, Tarnaka, Secunderabad eceived on: 03-10-2025 Accepted on: 05-11-2025 ABSTRACT simple, precise, and robust reverse phase high - performance liquid chromatography (RP HPLC) method was developed and validated for the quantitative estimation of Tolterodine in tablet dosage forms. Chromatograph 8 column (250 × 4.6 mm, 5.0 µm) using a mobile phase of 10 mM ammonium bicarbonate in water and acetonitrile (70:30, v/v) at a flow rate of 0.7 mL/min with detection at 280 nm. The method was validated as per linearity, accuracy, precision, robustness, system suitability, limit of detection (LOD), and limit of quantification (LOQ). Calibration was linear across the 2 –12 µg/mL range with a regression coefficient (R day precision studies showed %RSD values below 2%. The method demonstrated consistent results under minor variations in flow rate and column temperature, confirming robustness. The validated method is rapid, sen routine quality control and stability analysis of Tolterodine in pharmaceutical dosage forms C, Validation, ICH Guidelines olterodine is a widely used antimuscarinic agent for treating symptoms of overactive bladder. Reliable assay of dosage forms is essential for ensuring therapeutic efficacy and patient safety. RP -HPLC is favored in pharmaceutical analysis for its robust selectivity, sensitivity, and reproducibility in quantifying API concentrations. This study aims to develop and va lidate a rapid HPLC method for Tolterodine estimation in tablet dosage forms, fully complying with ICH Q2(R1) guidelines for method validation.The literature survey reveals that, Tolterodine was estimated by HPLC methods for stability [4, 5 & 6], enantiomers and simultaneous estimation . Sarojini Naidu Vanita Pharmacy MahaVidyalaya, Fig. 1: Structure of Tolterodine MATERIALS AND METHODS The chemicals and reagents used in this study included Tolterodine reference standard and Tolterodine tablets as drug substances. Analytical grade solvents such as acetonitrile and ammonium acetate, both procured from Rankem, were used along with Millipore water. All solvents and chemicals employed throughout were of HPLC grade to ensure the purity and reliability of analytical results. The instrumentation comprised a YMC Triart C18 chromatographic column (250 × 4.6 mm, 5.0 µm particle size), J Pharm Res, 2025; 14(06): 37 -41 METHOD DEVELOPMENT AND VALIDATION FOR ESTIMATION OF TOLTERODINE IN TABLET DOSAGE Vidyalaya, Tarnaka, Secunderabad , India performance liquid chromatography (RP - HPLC) method was developed and validated for the quantitative estimation of Tolterodine in tablet dosage forms. Chromatograph ic 8 column (250 × 4.6 mm, 5.0 µm) using a mobile phase of 10 mM ammonium bicarbonate mL/min with detection at 280 nm. The method was validated as per ICH linearity, accuracy, precision, robustness, system suitability, limit of detection (LOD), and µg/mL range with a regression coefficient (R ²) of 0.999. Recovery day precision studies showed %RSD values below 2%. The method demonstrated consistent results under minor variations in flow rate and column temperature, confirming robustness. The validated method is rapid, sen sitive, routine quality control and stability analysis of Tolterodine in pharmaceutical dosage forms Fig. 1: Structure of Tolterodine The chemicals and reagents used in this study included Tolterodine reference standard and Tolterodine tablets as drug substances. Analytical grade solvents such as acetonitrile and ammonium acetate, both procured from Rankem, were used along with Millipore water. All solvents and chemicals employed throughout were of HPLC grade to ensure the purity and The instrumentation comprised a YMC Triart C18 chromatographic column (250 × 4.6 mm, 5.0 µm particle size), Dr. K. Neelima. et al. J Pharm Res, 2025; 14(06): 37-41 © 2012, JPR. All Rights Reserved https://jprinfo.com/ providing robust and reproducible separations. The chromatographic setup was performed on a Shimadzu P-series HPLC system, which offers high sensitivity detection and high throughput with excellent precision and stability of solvent delivery. Accurately weighed samples were measured using a Sartorius SECURA225D-10IN analytical balance, renowned for its precision. Sample preparation and dissolution steps incorporated the use of a LAB MAN Scientific LMUC-12 ultrasonic cleaner for efficient and uniform solubilization. Purified and filtered water was generated and supplied by the LAB JAL NE15UV Milli-Q water purification system. Temperature control throughout the procedures was maintained using a Sri Sai Scientific SSHAO/021/2022-25 hot air oven, essential for consistent sample and solvent conditions. Together, these chemicals, reagents, and advanced instrumentation ensured reliable, accurate, and repeatable analytical measurements critical for method development and validation under stringent pharmaceutical quality control requirements. Chromatographic Conditions The chromatographic conditions were optimized using a mobile phase composed of 10 mM ammonium bicarbonate in water and acetonitrile in a 70:30 (v/v) ratio, providing an ideal balance of polarity and elution strength for Tolterodine separation. The flow rate was maintained consistently at 0.7 mL/min, ensuring an optimal analysis time with sufficient resolution and reproducibility. The column temperature was controlled at 30°C to maintain consistent retention characteristics and peak shapes, avoiding temperature-induced variability while preserving system stability. UV detection was performed at 280 nm, a wavelength selected based on the maximum absorbance of Tolterodine to ensure high sensitivity and specificity in detection. These parameters collectively produced sharp, wellresolved chromatographic peaks suitable for precise quantification in pharmaceutical dosage forms, supporting the method’s application for routine quality control. Preparation of Solutions. Accurately weighed Tolterodine standard was dissolved, sonicated, and filtered using 0.45 µm filter. Calibration solutions in the range of 2-12 µg/mL were prepared for linearity studies. Tablet sample solutions were similarly prepared Methodology Specificity Blank, placebo, standard, and sample chromatograms were analyzed to confirm the absence of interference at Tolterodine’s retention time. Linearity Serial dilutions covering 2-12 µg/mL were injected. Calibration curve was constructed by plotting absorbance against concentration; regression coefficient (R²) was calculated. Accuracy Standard addition recovery studies were performed at 50%, 100%, and 150% of target concentration; mean percent recovery and SD were calculated. Precision • Intra-day: Six replicate injections of Tolterodineat 10 µg/mL. • Inter-day: Six replicate injections on different days.%RSD for both area and retention time were calculated to confirm repeatability. Robustness Deliberate small variations in flow rate (0.6 and 0.8 mL/min) and column temperature (25°C and 35°C) were introduced. Chromatographic parameters (area, retention time, tailing factor, theoretical plates) and % RSD were monitored. Limit of Detection (LOD) and Quantification (LOQ) Serial low-concentration injections were analyzed; LOD and LOQ were determined by signal-to-noise ratios (LOD—S/N > 3, LOQ—S/N > 10). System Suitability System suitability parameters (retention time, area, tailing factor, and theoretical plates) were assessed for six replicate injections of standard solution. RESULTS AND DISCUSSION System Suitability and Precision Six replicate injections of Tolterodine standard at 10 µg/mL yielded consistent retention time, area, and system suitability parameters. The results were given in table no. 1 Dr. K. Neelima. et al. © 2012, JPR. All Rights Reserved Table no. 1: Results for system Precision: Data File Name Sample ID Ret. Tim e Area 10102025_003.l cd SystemPrecision_I nj-01 6.56 0 23273 10102025_004.l cd SystemPrecision_I nj-02 6.57 1 23217 10102025_005.l cd SystemPrecision_I nj-03 6.58 1 23177 10102025_006.l cd SystemPrecision_I nj-04 6.59 2 23173 10102025_007.l cd SystemPrecision_I nj-05 6.59 2 23087 10102025_008.l cd SystemPrecision_I nj-06 6.59 2 23094 Average 6.58 1 23170 %RSD 0.20 5 0.308 StdDev 0.01 3 714 Fig 2.Representative chromatogram for Tolterodine This section revealed that the developed RP provides consistent and reliable separation of Tolterodine in pharmaceutical dosage forms. System suitability tests involving six replicate injections of the standard solution showed highly reproducible retention times around 6.58 minutes, with low relative standard deviation (%RSD < 0.3%) in peak areas and acceptable tailing factors (~1.16), reflecting good peak symmetry and column efficiency. The system’s theoretical number (NTP) averaged 7645, indicating optimal column performance. Interday precision studies further validated the method’s reproducibility, demonstrating similarly low %RSD values for retention time, area, and peak symmetry across separate days.Th e results were given in table no. 2 J Pharm Res, 2025; 14(06): 37 https://jprinfo.com/ Table no. 1: Results for system Precision: Area Tailin g Factor NTP 23273 3 1.137 7633 23217 7 1.177 7631 23177 4 1.146 7637 23173 7 1.158 7653 23087 8 1.173 7653 23094 4 1.180 7660 23170 7 1.162 7645 0.308 1.533 0.15 7 714 0.018 12 chromatogram for Tolterodine This section revealed that the developed RP -HPLC method provides consistent and reliable separation of Tolterodine in pharmaceutical dosage forms. System suitability tests involving solution showed highly reproducible retention times around 6.58 minutes, with low relative standard deviation (%RSD < 0.3%) in peak areas and acceptable tailing factors (~1.16), reflecting good peak symmetry and column efficiency. The system’s theoretical plate number (NTP) averaged 7645, indicating optimal column day precision studies further validated the method’s reproducibility, demonstrating similarly low %RSD values for retention time, area, and peak symmetry across e results were given in table no. 2 Table No. 2. Results for Interday Precision Data File Name Sample ID 10102025_057.l cd InterdayPrecision_I nj-01 10102025_058.l cd InterdayPrecision_I nj-02 10102025_059.l cd InterdayPrecision_I nj-03 10102025_060.l cd InterdayPrecision_I nj-04 10102025_061.l cd InterdayPrecision_I nj-05 10102025_062.l cd InterdayPrecision_I nj-06 Average %RSD StdDev Linearity Linearity was demonstrated over a broad concentration range of 2– 12 µg/mL, with a strong correlation confirming the method’s capability for accurate quantification at varying analyte levels. Recovery studies affirmed accuracy, with percent recovery between 98% and 102% at 50%, 100%, and 150% concentration levels, and low standard denoting minimal matrix interference and high method reliability. The results were given in table no. 3. Table No. 3: Results for Linearity S. No Concentration (µg/mL) 1 2 2 4 3 6 4 8 5 10 6 12 Accuracy (Recovery) The accuracy of the developed RPHPLC method was rigorously assessed through recovery studies performed at 50%, 100%, and 150% of the target Tolterodine concentration. A known amount of standard Tolterodine solution was spiked into tablet samples and analyzed in triplicate. The method exhibited excellent accuracy, with percent recoveries ranging from 98% to 102% and low standard deviations, indicating minimal interference from excipients and reliable quantification of th analyte in pharmaceutical formulations. in table no. 4 J Pharm Res, 2025; 14(06): 37 -41 Table No. 2. Results for Interday Precision Ret. Tim e Area Tailin g Facto r NTP 6.62 4 23086 9 1.121 764 8 6.62 4 23169 2 1.119 764 6 6.61 3 23100 3 1.175 760 4 6.61 3 23096 0 1.181 761 5 6.61 3 23124 7 1.167 759 0 6.61 3 23134 4 1.160 758 0 6.61 7 23118 6 1.154 761 4 0.08 3 0.133 2.354 0.37 4 0.00 6 306 0.027 28 Linearity was demonstrated over a broad concentration range of 12 µg/mL, with a strong correlation coefficient (R² = 0.999), confirming the method’s capability for accurate quantification at varying analyte levels. Recovery studies affirmed accuracy, with percent recovery between 98% and 102% at 50%, 100%, and 150% concentration levels, and low standard deviations, denoting minimal matrix interference and high method The results were given in table no. 3. Table No. 3: Results for Linearity Concentration (µg/mL) Absorbance 0.045 0.08 0.12 0.16 0.201 0.243 HPLC method was rigorously assessed through recovery studies performed at 50%, 100%, and 150% of the target Tolterodine concentration. A known amount of standard Tolterodine solution was spiked into pre-analyzed tablet samples and analyzed in triplicate. The method exhibited excellent accuracy, with percent recoveries ranging from 98% to 102% and low standard deviations, indicating minimal interference from excipients and reliable quantification of th e analyte in pharmaceutical formulations. The results were given Dr. K. Neelima. et al. J Pharm Res, 2025; 14(06): 37-41 © 2012, JPR. All Rights Reserved https://jprinfo.com/ Table No. 4: Results for Accuracy Concentration (%) Final Conc (µg/mL) % Recovery ± SD % Mean Recovery 50 4 98.1 ± 0.1 99.3 100 6 100.2 ± 0.6 150 8 99.6 ± 0.10 Robustness—Flow Rate Variation Robustness assessment by altering flow rates (0.6 and 0.8 mL/min) and column temperatures (25°C and 35°C) revealed consistent peak areas, retention times, and system suitability parameters, with % RSDs below 1.5%, thus confirming method reliability under typical operational variations. Sensitivity of the method was substantiated by limits of detection and quantification calculated using signal-to-noise ratios, affirming its utility for trace level analysis. The results were given in table no. 5 Table No. 5: Results for Robustness Sample ID Ret. Time Area Tailing Factor NTP Flow at 0.6mL/min 7.723 265881 1.147 8455 Flow at 0.6mL/min 7.723 265427 1.157 8427 Flow at 0.6mL/min 7.723 265458 1.177 8416 Average 7.723 265588 1.161 8433 %RSD 0.000 0.095 1.313 0.239 LOD and LOQ Limit of Detection (LOD) and Limit of Quantification (LOQ) were determined based on signal-to-noise ratio criteria, with LOD defined as the lowest concentration where the signal-to-noise ratio was greater than 3, and LOQ as the lowest concentration with a signal-to-noise ratio above 10. The method demonstrated high sensitivity, with low LOD and LOQ values, ensuring it can reliably detect and quantify even minor concentrations of Tolterodine in samples. The results were given in table no. 6 Table No. 6: Results for LOD & LOQ Sample ID Ret. Time Area Tailing Factor NTP S/N LOD_Inj - 01 6.613 3793 1.114 7874 8.85 LOD_Inj - 02 6.613 3832 1.114 7808 8.81 LOD_Inj - 03 6.613 3795 1.141 7902 8.71 Average 6.613 3807 1.123 7861 8.79 Sample ID Ret. Time Area Tailing Factor NTP S/N ------------ ----------- ------- --------------- ------- ------- LOQ_Inj - 01 6.613 8565 1.159 7698 21.95 LOQ_Inj - 02 6.613 8628 1.147 7694 22.29 LOQ_Inj - 03 6.613 8459 1.122 7779 22.26 Average 6.613 8551 1.143 7724 22.17 These validation results confirm that the RP-HPLC method is not only accurate but also sufficiently sensitive for practical application in routine quality control and stability studies, thereby supporting its use in pharmaceutical analysis requiring precise and reliable Tolterodine assay. CONCLUSION The RP-HPLC method developed for Tolterodine is accurate, precise, robust, and sensitive as evidenced by validation results. 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