Pharmaceutical Technology, August 2021 Issue

Dosage form priorities are shifting to focus on user-friendliness, leading to greater engagement with outsourcing partners earlier in development timelines.

A robust selection of which product(s) and equipment to validate for cleaning is the cornerstone of a successful cleaning validation program. A strategy for selection of products and equipment for cleaning validation is presented.

Data sharing facilitates traceability, transparency, and accuracy while driving efficiencies and boosting quality of active pharmaceutical ingredients.

Amorphous solid dispersions can overcome the pH effect encountered with oral oncology medications.

An effective data structure and simple communication between production, logistics, and sales are essential for delivering this level of accountability, traceability, and security.

Controlling conditions and preventing contamination are crucial for cell growth.

Consider how to apply ALCOA+ to a building management system in non-clinical laboratories.

Collaborative partnerships can foster success in formulation development projects.

Pharma and biotech supply chain companies are working together to help facilitate the transition of the pharma industry to net zero emissions compliance.

Full approval of COVID-19 vaccines may increase public confidence, but better coordination in development and review is needed.

Excessive drug pricing is being scrutinized across Europe, as hefty fines are set to send out a clear message of intolerance to anti-competition conduct.

Congress questions FDA on plans to catch up and move forward with facility inspections.

Experts Susan J. Schniepp, distinguished fellow for Regulatory Compliance Associates, and Steven J. Lynn, executive vice-president, Pharmaceuticals for Regulatory Compliance Associates, provide answers to frequently asked regulatory questions about advanced therapy medicinal products.

Eppendorf's CryoCubeF440 freezer has been redesigned to promote sustainability through various green features.

ROSS Dual-Shaft Mixer is designed to place intense shearing and homogenization at the forefront.

Syntegon's Syringe Inspection Line utilizes an AI vision system for the inspection of syringe flanges, stoppers, and cylinders.

Bürkert's Fluid Control System offers customers scalable hydrogen peroxide disinfection.