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Compliance to convenience: understanding the latest innovations in capsule formulation

Pharmaceutical Technology

They also offer enhanced bioavailability, exact dosing and an extended shelf life. Fixed-dose combination (FDC) systems aim to increase patient compliance in therapies involving two or more active drugs. Softgel capsules, containing a liquid, paste or emulsion active ingredient, are trusted and favoured by many patients.

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The New Frontier in Drug Development: Understanding Biologics and Small Molecules

Cloudbyz

In the intricate dance of drug discovery and development, two protagonists emerge as the cornerstones of modern medicine: biologics and small molecules. Manufacturing Process : Small Molecules: Manufactured through chemical synthesis, small molecule drugs can be consistently reproduced with a high degree of purity and stability.

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Advancing from Research to Development: What Can Go Wrong?

Camargo

The drug development process is a long journey, beginning with drug discovery, moving through nonclinical and clinical studies, and ultimately culminating in regulatory approval. This blog post offers advice for avoiding major pitfalls during the drug development process. Overview of a Drug Development Program.

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The Composition and Value of a Portfolio Analysis

Camargo

Informed by today’s competitive drug development landscape, as well as by the sponsor’s strategic goals and capabilities, a portfolio analysis involves assessing product concept and differentiation, strategic planning, factoring in unmet patient needs, and estimating timelines and expenses. Incentive Programs. Biowaiver Eligibility.

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A winning combination: The benefits of micronization and containment in a single installation

Pharmaceutical Technology

The number of high-potency drug approvals has increased over the last decade, driven by the increasing use of APIs (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients) in the pipeline and among marketed drugs. Premium specialized equipment is necessary because high containment facilities call for the separation of the operator from the product.

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Skin Cancer Awareness Month 2024 and Insights from Medicus Pharma

XTalks

Drugs such as pembrolizumab (Merck’s Keytruda) and nivolumab (Bristol Myers Squibb’s Opdivo) have revolutionized the treatment options for skin cancer. Bokhari: Medicus Pharma, through its subsidiary SkinJect, addresses these needs with its innovative transdermal drug delivery system (TDDS).