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UK MHRA recalls batches of eye gels due to microbial contamination

Pharmaceutical Technology

The UK MHRA has issued a recall of batches of carbomer-containing lubricating eye gels due to potential microbial contamination.

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'Contaminated' spinach causes hallucinations in Australia

Medical Xpress

Health authorities in Australia have said nine people in Sydney suffered "toxic reactions"—including hallucinations—from a batch of spinach thought to contain an "accidental contaminant".

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How API CMOs can improve containment capabilities without facility acquisition

Pharmaceutical Technology

According to GlobalData analysis, specialist small molecule API capabilities such as containment or controlled substances are driving large contract manufacturing organisations (CMOs) to acquire facilities. Flexible containment solutions for potent APIs. Partnering with containment experts.

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Johnson & Johnson Pulls Neutrogena and Aveeno Spray Sunscreens Over Benzene Contamination

XTalks

Johnson & Johnson is recalling sunscreens from two of its popular brands over concerns of carcinogenic benzene contamination. Therefore, levels should be monitored at different stages of production to avoid harmful benzene contamination. Growing Contamination Issues. Despite this, contamination issues still persist.

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Container Closure Integrity Testing: A Necessity for Pharmaceutical Industry

Roots Analysis

Considering patient’s health and safety, the drug products are expected to be free from microbial contamination and should be safe for use throughout the drug’s life cycle. So as to ensure the safety of drug and prevent any chance of risk, container closure integrity testing is performed on container closure systems.

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Mars Recalls Select Skittles, Starbust and Life Saver Gummies over Possible Metal Contamination

XTalks

The Mars recall follows the voluntary recall of about 60,000 jars of Skippy peanut butter over concerns that a limited number of jars could contain stainless steel fragments from an errant piece of manufacturing equipment last month. So why is metal contamination such a common reason for launching voluntary recalls?

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Cannabis may contain heavy metals and affect consumer health, study finds

Scienmag

. — Cannabis plants — which are used to produce industrial hemp, medical marijuana and cannabidiol (CBD) oil, among other products — have an inherent ability to absorb heavy metals from the soil, making them useful for remediating contaminated sites. But this ability to soak up toxic metals may also make cannabis dangerous […].