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Prefilled syringes and vaccines: Optimising parenteral packaging for the next pandemic

Pharmaceutical Technology

When it comes to vaccines and other high-value biologics, it is essential that effective formulations go hand in hand with safe delivery. An example is the ability of a patient suffering from venous thrombosis to perform their own injections of heparin – an anticoagulant often packaged in a prefilled syringe.

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A Biodegradable Nanocellulose ECG Patch: The Sustainable Alternative

XTalks

The healthcare industry has one of the heaviest environmental footprints, and manufacturers are increasingly faced with regulations to make more sustainable products,” said Mohammad H. Unfortunately, about 91 percent of this plastic waste from healthcare is not recycled and either ends up in landfills or contaminates natural environments.

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Prefilled Syringes: Delivering Convenience and Precision in Every Dose

Roots Analysis

They offer several advantages over traditional drug delivery systems ( such as vials and syringes ), including reduced chances of dosing errors, increased patient compliance and decreased risk of microbial contamination. Prefilled syringes are syringes that come pre-filled with a specific dose of medication.

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Quality first: How pharma can meet injectables demand while staying compliant

Pharmaceutical Technology

The demand for injectable drugs is rising. According to the GlobalData report Contract Injectable Packaging Trends in the Bio/Pharma Industry , more than half (55%) of FDA drug approvals in 2021 were accounted for by injectables. There are additional risks to consider with parenteral packaging.

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Mitigating the risks of cross-contamination during Oral Solid Dose (OSD) manufacturing

Pharmaceutical Technology

While the industry is seeing advances in alternative drug delivery systems, oral solid doses, such as pills, capsules and soft gels, remain at the forefront of the industry. Compared to other dosage forms, tablets are simpler to manufacture, package, and transport.