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  Introduction In the pharmaceutical industry, when a deviation occurs, we cannot simply "fix and forget." Regulatory bodies like the USFDA and WHO demand that we find out why the failure happened at its deepest level. This process is called Root Cause Analysis (RCA). If your RCA is weak, your CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action) will fail, leading to recurring deviations and potential FDA 483 warning letters. In this post, we explore the purpose, regulatory references, and top methods for effective RCA. Purpose of Root Cause Analysis The primary goal of RCA is to identify the underlying cause of a problem rather than just treating the visible symptoms. Prevent Recurrence: Ensuring the same error doesn't happen twice. Process Improvement: Identifying systemic weaknesses in manufacturing or quality. Regulatory Compliance: Meeting the expectations of international health authorities. Patient Safety: Ensuring every batch of medicine meets the required purity and potency....

What is root cause analysis in pharmaceutical industry?  Root cause analysis (RCA) is a problem-solving technique used in the pharmaceutical industry to identify the underlying cause of a problem or issue that has occurred. RCA is a systematic process that involves investigating the problem, gathering data, and identifying the root cause or causes of the problem. The goal of RCA is to identify the underlying cause of the problem and to develop corrective actions to prevent similar problems from occurring in the future. In the pharmaceutical industry, RCA is an important tool for improving the quality of products and processes and for ensuring that regulatory requirements are met. The RCA process typically involves the following steps: Define the problem : Clearly define the problem or issue that has occurred. Gather data : Collect data on the problem, including the scope of the problem, the time and location of the problem, and any relevant information about the product or process....