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What Are Biopharmaceuticals?

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Biopharmaceuticals, also called biologics, are drug products that are manufactured using biological sources. Gene Therapy: Gene therapy is a biologic treatment that involves manipulating a virus to carry a certain, desirable piece of genetic material which can then target a patient’s cells. Let’s break it down.

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What is the Difference Between Biologics and Biosimilars?

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Biologics are drug products that are manufactured using materials from living sources. There are a few common types of biologics, including extracted (taken directly from a living system), semi-synthesized (produced with recombinant DNA technology), vaccines, and gene therapies. appeared first on Pharma Packaging Solutions.

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Develop and execute a winning drug launch strategy with an experienced contract packager

Pharmaceutical Technology

With the growing number of complex therapies that require specialized packaging and handling requirements, selecting the right contract packaging organization (CPO) involves evaluating what services and additional benefits they can bring to your business.