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Warning of counterfeit ivermectin tablets sold via social media

Sciensano

Investigations show that these counterfeit ivermectin tablets are systematically underdosed or seriously contaminated with bacteria. Pharmacies that sell medicines online must display the European logo for Internet pharmacies on every page of their website. These tablets are regularly found in postal packages to this day.

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New research will improve safety and quality of Heparin

Scienmag

Credit: University of Nottingham A new method to analyse the blood thinning drug Heparin has been developed that can pinpoint contaminants more accurately and quickly, providing greater quality control and safety.

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2nd Annual Next Generation Pharmaceutical Cleanrooms Conference

pharmaphorum

for an Improved, Efficient and Contaminant-Free Cleanroom. Key Reasons to attend: Learn how to maximise the latest cleanroom technologies to modernise your contamination control strategy. Increase your cleanroom availability & accessibility through streamlined approaches to contamination control. Advances in Pharma 4.0

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Can J&J’s vaccine approval erase bad pharma?

World of DTC Marketing

SUMMARY: Pharma companies, like J&J, have received criticism for engaging in illegal activities, such as providing kickbacks and bribes, knowingly shipping adulterated or contaminated drugs to pharmacies, and marketing drugs for unapproved uses. Johnson & Johnson has paid $2.7 billion in penalties.

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Clean Bench vs Biosafety Cabinet: What’s the Difference?

Advarra

Use of hazardous materials in a clean bench can increase the risk of occupational exposure and contamination of the room in which the work is being done. The hood also blows sterile (HEPA filtered air) from the top down towards the work surface to protect the product from contamination with non-sterile ambient room air. .

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More Dangerous Mouthwashes and Hand Sanitizers Recalled

The Pharma Data

Made in China, the recalled products are packaged in a white opaque or clear plastic bottle with either a blue, clear, or black cap and are labeled as IMC Wash-Free Hand Sanitizer, Wash-Free Hand Sanitizer, and Thrifty White Pharmacy Hand Sanitizer. ” The recall covers 4-ounce and 1-pint (16-ounce) bottles, NDC Nos.

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AvKARE Recall: Erectile Dysfunction Drug and Antidepressant Mistakenly Packaged Together

XTalks

Amneal acquired AvKARE in December 2019, just one month after the company announced a voluntary nationwide recall of generic ranitidine due to potential contamination with N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA), an environmental contaminant and possible human carcinogen.