XTalks

JUNE 5, 2023

During a drug shortage, compounders might be allowed to prepare a compounded version of the drug provided they meet specific requirements of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic (FD&C) Act. The FDA is not aware of any valid basis for compounding a drug using semaglutide salts that would meet federal requirements.

FDA Approval 98

FDA Approval Containment Drugs Pharmacy 98

Pharma in Brief

JANUARY 7, 2024

On January 5, 2024, the US Food and Drug Administration ( FDA ) approved Florida’s proposal to import prescription drugs from Canada. This is the first approval of a Section 804 Importation Program ( SIP ) by the FDA. Biologics, controlled substances, and certain other drugs are not eligible for importation.

Drugs 52

Drugs Regulation FDA Approval Manufacturing 52

XTalks

JANUARY 11, 2024

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given authorization to Florida’s Agency for Health Care Administration’s drug importation program under section 804 of the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act). This means Florida could soon import select prescription drugs from Canada.

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Drugs Cosmetics Medicine FDA Approval 69