Pharmaceutical Ampoules

An ampoule or ampule is a small glass sealed vial which is used to contain or preserve a fluid. Pharmaceutical ampoules are most commonly used to contain pharmaceutical hypodermic solutions. They are hermetically sealed by melting the thin top with an open flame, and are designed with a scoring around the neck break ring around the neck a small cut on the neck Ampoules are produced from tubing glass. Tubes are inserted in a carrousel and heat is applied. By applying the right amount of heat and using gravity the shape of the ampoule is achieved.