Companies were recognized for their innovative packaging technologies.
On Feb. 2, 2017 Pharmapack Europe announced the winners of the 2017 Pharmapack Awards. The winners were revealed during the Pharmapack Europe conference, which took place from Feb. 1–2, 2017 in Paris, France. Four innovations were selected in the exhibitor innovation category, and two winners received awards in the health product category.
The following companies won in the innovation category.
In the heath product category two products were recognized for their innovative technologies. Otezla (apremilast) Titrition Pack by Celgene was recognized in this category for its design that improves patient compliance to titration-dosing schedules. The Titrition contains three different strengths of Otezla pills (10mg, 20mg, 30mg) and promotes patient adherence and compliance to the dosing regimen.
The Compact Box, created through a partnership of Sanofi Pasteur and Campak, was also recognized in the health products category. This technology reduces packaging volume by 50% and eliminates the need for PVC blisters. The cold chain benefits of the Compact Box include a 30% improvement in distribution costs.
Source: Pharmapack Europe
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