Pharmaceutical Technology

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Container Closure Integrity Testing (CCIT) is used to evaluate the ability of a pharmaceutical’s primary packaging to protect the sterility of its contents. On a regular basis, pharmaceutical manufacturers are performing CCIT during commercial production to ensure that packaging processes are operating as they should.

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Advarra

JULY 26, 2022

Even though CBD and cannabis usage has grown, and marketing claims have proliferated regarding potential therapeutic applications, there is still little research on their effects on the human body. In order to understand the current status on cannabis and CBD research studies, it’s important to understand where each product stands.

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XTalks

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

However, the line between enticing marketing and misleading information can sometimes blur, leading to controversies and legal actions. This dynamic has propelled misleading advertisement lawsuits into the spotlight, with several high-profile cases raising questions about the integrity of food marketing and its impact on consumer trust.

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Pharma in Brief

AUGUST 9, 2021

On July 31, 2021, Health Canada published a Notice of Intent outlining its plan to amend the Food and Drug Regulations ( FDR ) and the Medical Devices Regulations in the spring of 2022. The amendments contemplate labelling flexibilities for special containers. Food and Drug Regulations , C.R.C., Biologic Drugs.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

MARCH 7, 2023

Due to rising healthcare spending, launch of novel treatments, and the rise of chronic diseases in an aging population, the global pharmaceutical packaging equipment market is rapidly expanding. Recent analysis valued the market [i] at USD 8.5 But cost-effectiveness in drug-loading and production speed relies on dosing accuracy.

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Pharma in Brief

DECEMBER 3, 2023

This year marks the 30-year anniversary of the Patented Medicines (Notice of Compliance) Regulations ( Regulations ), introduced in 1993 to prevent patent infringement by linking the regulatory approval of generic or biosimilar drugs with the patent rights of innovators. Evolution of the Regulations Coming into force (1993–1997).

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XTalks

JANUARY 31, 2023

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently updated its organic food regulations to tighten guidelines around organic products. This update comes after a number of allegations claiming farmers have tried to sell non-organic or conventional food products with the lucrative white and green USDA “organic” label.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

MAY 26, 2023

John Hertig, the president of the board of directors for the nonprofit Alliance for Safe Online Pharmacies (ASOP) Global says, “Counterfeit products sold by illegal online pharmacies often are manufactured in unsafe conditions, contain little or no active ingredients and/or are manufactured using dangerous and sometimes deadly substances.”

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WCG Clinical

DECEMBER 13, 2023

These supplements are not classified as drugs under the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994 (DSHEA) and, as such, do not require pre-marketing approval from the U.S. In the alternative, the product may be classified only as a dietary supplement, and then the requirements under 21 CFR 312 would not be applicable.

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Camargo

MAY 19, 2021

The Camargo Blog has published a four-part blog series highlighting those designation programs available specifically for products with rare disease indications. The HUD designation program is designed for medical devices and is similar to the Orphan Drug Designation (ODD) program for drugs and biological products.

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Camargo

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

The Camargo Blog is publishing a four-part blog series highlighting those designation programs available specifically for products with rare disease indications: Orphan Drug Designation (ODD), Rare Pediatric Disease Designation (RPDD), and Humanitarian Use Device (HUD) designation. Definition of a Rare Disease or Condition.

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FDA Law Blog

JUNE 12, 2023

By Riëtte van Laack — FDA regulates pet food similar to other animal foods. The Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FDC Act) requires that all animal foods, like human foods, be safe to eat, produced under sanitary conditions, contain no harmful substances, and be truthfully labeled.

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pharmaphorum

OCTOBER 2, 2020

European regulators have started a first ‘rolling review’ of a COVID-19 vaccine, which is being developed by AstraZeneca in collaboration with the University of Oxford. The post European regulators begin rolling review of AZ’s COVID-19 vaccine appeared first on.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

MARCH 10, 2023

Freeze drying is a crucial technique to prolong the shelf life of pharmaceutical products. Also known as lyophilisation, the technique stabilises and preserves sensitive products such as biologics, and diagnostic kits, in a permanently storable state.

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The Pharma Data

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

Some supplements billed as ‘smart drugs’ may contain unapproved drugs in potentially dangerous combinations and doses, according to a new study. The team looked through the National Institute of Health’s Dietary Supplement Label Database and the Natural Medicines Database for products containing unapproved drugs. Conor Kavanagh.

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Camargo

MARCH 25, 2021

The Camargo Blog is publishing a four-part blog series highlighting those designation programs available specifically for products with rare disease indications : Orphan Drug Designation (ODD), Rare Pediatric Disease Designation (RPDD), and Humanitarian Use Device (HUD) designation.

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The Pharma Data

MARCH 7, 2022

Food and Drug Administration announced it has made a low-risk determination for the marketing of products, including food, from two genome-edited beef cattle and their offspring after determining that the intentional genomic alteration (IGA) does not raise any safety concerns (low-risk determination). Today, the U.S. Solomon, D.V.M.,

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Pharma Packaging Solutions

JULY 17, 2023

The biopharmaceutical market is ever growing, thanks to constant scientific advancements in the field. As biopharma products become more common, so must biopharma packaging. Due to the sensitive nature of many biological products, there are strict federal regulations in place to ensure safe packaging and distribution.

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World of DTC Marketing

OCTOBER 4, 2021

SUMMARY: The Facebook whistleblower lawsuit can be summed up in one sentence: Facebook prioritizes engagement above all else because it leads to more profits even if that engagement containing inflammatory information. TV will still be the first choice for many DTC marketers, but digital is increasing even though 50% of that money is wasted.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

There are a number of reasons why OSD forms dominate the market, not least because they are simple to administer, and it is easy to differentiate one OSD product from another. As with any pharmaceutical manufacturing, challenges can be many, and processes are highly regulated.

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Pharma in Brief

AUGUST 5, 2020

s ( Gilead ) product DESCOVY as the Canadian Reference Product. DESCOVY contains a combination of tenofovir alafenamide ( TAF ) hemifumarate and emtricitabine. The Minister determined that TAF is a new chemical entity first approved in another Gilead drug product GENVOYA. Background. Minister of Health’s Decision.

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XTalks

JUNE 22, 2023

The Rethink Plastic alliance, in collaboration with a coalition of 81 organizations, is advocating for the integration of effective reuse systems into the European Union’s (EU’s) Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation. The success of The Better Bagel reflects the growing market demand for low-carb and keto-friendly products.

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FDA Law Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2022

By Véronique Li, Senior Medical Device Regulation Expert & Philip Won — Last week, our blog post advised planning a transition strategy in advance of the news of the termination of the Covid-19 public health emergency. If you are currently marketing your products via EUA or COVID?related

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The Pharma Data

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

The topic of sanitation regulation is also covered in ‘ Catalysing Citywide Sanitation For All Through Regulating Service Providers ‘ by IWA’s Regulation for Citywide Inclusive Sanitation initiative’s advisory and taskforce members – Yvonne Magawa (ESAWAS), Diego Polania (CRA), and Gustavo Saltiel (World Bank).

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XTalks

OCTOBER 13, 2023

In the era of health-consciousness, sugar free cranberry juice is a product that consumers are eagerly looking for on the shelves. Based in Traverse City, Michigan, NTFC is the first company to acquire a patent and bring to market a revolutionary culturing method that extracts sugar from fruit juice. Sugar is ubiquitous.

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Pharmaceutical Technology

APRIL 24, 2023

While 80% of the world’s population practices some form of traditional medicine, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), the practice is regularly discredited due to a lack of scientific support and regulation as well as evidence of negative side effects with certain medicines.

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Pharma in Brief

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

On August 17, 2022, the Federal Court dismissed applications for judicial review regarding the product-specificity requirements for addressing patents listed on the Patent Register under the Patented Medicines (Notice of Compliance) Regulations (the Regulations ). Background. mL strength pre-filled syringe).

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Drug Discovery World

MAY 11, 2023

Kerstin Pohl , Senior Global Marketing Manager, Gene Therapy & Nucleic Acid at SCIEX, looks at the application of liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry for analysing host cell proteins. Host cell proteins (HCPs) – proteins derived from the host cells used for viral production—are one class of process-related impurities.

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Pharma in Brief

JANUARY 26, 2022

The Federal Court has confirmed that issues of infringement, including by inducement, may be decided by summary trial in an infringement action under the Patented Medicines (Notice of Compliance) Regulations (the Regulations ). the PMS Product ). Background. collectively, the Plaintiffs ). In that case, Manson J.

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FDA Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Lenz, Principal Medical Device Regulation Expert & Holly N. requires generally that manufacturing of a combination product (CP) must comply with the applicable current Good Manufacturing Practice regulations (cGMPs) for all of its components ( i.e., a drug/device CP must follow the cGMPs for drugs as well as those for medical devices).

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FDA Law Blog

JANUARY 15, 2024

Let’s just say, the smackdown—er, decision—eviscerates FDA’s approach to regulating flavored e-cigarettes. This story goes back to the 2009 Family Smoking Prevention and Tobacco Control Act, which prohibits manufacturers from selling any “new tobacco product” without authorization from FDA.

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XTalks

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

This persistent strain of Salmonella , also known as REPJFX01, not only led to significant illnesses but also prompted a massive recall and stricter regulations on poultry processing. The scandal led to stricter regulations on pesticide use and a push for organic farming methods.

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Drug Discovery World

AUGUST 14, 2023

While CGT is still an emerging market, its growth has accelerated over the last five years, resulting in a wave of products approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the European Medicines Agency (EMA). Driven by the rapid pace of innovation, the market for CGTs is expected to grow from $4.4

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Pharmaceutical Technology

JULY 29, 2022

Once new vaccines for the Omicron variant are approved, they will partly make up for the waning interest in older Covid boosters in developed markets. This data has been shared with regulators, including the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and a request for US Emergency Use Authorisation (EUA) is planned.

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FDA Law Blog

JANUARY 3, 2024

Palmer & Riëtte van Laack — Most of us love our furry friends, and with the boom in pet ownership during the pandemic, it is no surprise that the market for pet products has become enormous. CVM does not regulate the practice of veterinary medicine (that’s a state licensing board) or vaccines for animal diseases (that’s USDA).

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Pharmaceutical Technology

APRIL 26, 2023

The conceptualisation, development and manufacturing of primary packaging in the pharmaceutical industry require a meticulous and multi-disciplinary approach to ensure that the products meet the highest standards of safety and efficacy.

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Camargo

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

As regulatory requirements become increasingly harmonized across the globe, the development and marketing of pharmaceutical products worldwide are also becoming more streamlined. The FDA’s Investigational New Drug (IND) application regulations cover all US clinical activities for drugs and biologics.

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