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

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Johnson & Johnson is recalling sunscreens from two of its popular brands over concerns of carcinogenic benzene contamination. Related: Google Launches AI-Based Dermatology Assist Tool. Therefore, levels should be monitored at different stages of production to avoid harmful benzene contamination. Growing Contamination Issues.

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Ycanth (Cantharidin) Revolutionizes Molluscum Contagiosum Treatment with FDA Approval

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Verrica, a company specializing in dermatology therapeutics, has designed Ycanth to be delivered through a single-use applicator. Transmission of the molluscum contagiosum virus occurs through direct person-to-person contact or via contaminated objects known as fomites.

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Topical products: Aiming for quality, simplicity, and cost-efficiency in their development, scale-up, and manufacturing

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The preparation of a semi-solid dosage form – from formulation and development, to scale-up, commercial manufacturing, and packaging – should ideally take place under one roof in a contiguous, end-to-end workflow to avoid unnecessary equipment and process changes. Simplicity matters. Optimising development and scale-up.