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FDA approves label update to sodium glucose co-transporter-2 (SGLT2) inhibitors
Safety updates to labels of SGLT2 inhibitors will recommend temporary discontinuation of these medications before scheduled surgery, says the FDA.
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Re-shaping pharmaceutical transport: global air cargo trends
As environmental consciousness increases, the future of pharmaceutical transport looks uncertain. Dominic Hyde discusses the impacts of these developments on air cargo and freight.
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MHRA issues alerts over defects in Patient Information Leaflets
The MHRA has issued two alerts, one for incorrect maximum daily dosage of Ibuprofen 400mg and a second for missing safety information about Oxylan Prolonged-release tablets.
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FMD alert issued for diamorphine hydrochloride lyophilisate for solution by MHRA
A defect in the 2D matrix for the expiration date of diamorphine hydrochloride lyophilisate for solution has been announced by the MHRA.
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India to hold pharma companies responsible for drug quality after reforms
Amendments to regulations in India will make pharmaceutical companies accountable for the quality and safety of medicines, alongside manufacturers.
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US pharma industry leaders support blockchain tech to aid track and trace systems
A report released by pharmaceutical industry leaders in the US demonstrates how blockchain helps to track and trace prescription medicines.
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Experts highlight importance of reducing pharma packaging waste
At a recent event, pharmaceutical packaging experts discussed strategies to reduce waste and protect the bottom line.
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How developments in the pharmaceutical sector are impacting logistics
There are currently major seismic shifts happening in the pharmaceutical sector that are disrupting the status quo. Some of the most notable changes are the rise in biosimilars, the downward pressure on pricing, increased global spending and advances in technology, all of which are impacting the logistics sector and affecting…
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FDA and India prevented 500 unapproved drug shipments entering US in January
A collaborative effort between the FDA and Government of India stopped shipments of illegal drugs from reaching patients in the US in Operation Broadsword.
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Manufacturing, Packaging & Logistics In-Depth Focus 2020
In this in-depth focus are articles discussing how to optimise production by using the correct tablet tooling and why logistics can be affected by developments in the pharmaceutical industry.
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European Pharmaceutical Review Issue 1 2020
Within this issue are articles which investigate polyelectrolyte multilayers as drug carriers, discuss how developments in pharma impact logistics and examine how the industry can regulate heavy metals in medicinal cannabis. Other features include how to use the correct tablet tooling and trends for the CDMO sector this year.
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The importance of labelling compliance for pharma
Bart Vansteenkiste explains why it is important to validate pharmaceutical labelling compliance to ensure good manufacturing practice.
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MHRA issues alert for missing information on Atrolak XL tablet leaflets
Side effects revealed during post-marketing experience are not listed on Atrolak XL prolonged-release tablet patient information leaflets, announces the MHRA.
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Indian medical device manufacturers need support from multinational companies, says report
A report suggests that instead of taxing medical device imports, the Indian government should offer tax rebates to multinational companies if they partner with domestic device manufacturers.
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The FDA and FTC team up to prevent anti-competitive practices
The two agencies have signed a statement of their intent to combat anti-competitive practices which are preventing the adoption of biosimilars in the US drug market.
