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Chemical synthesis: containment challenges for HPAPI handling

Pharmaceutical Technology

The chemical synthesis process enables various chemical modifications to be made in order to enhance the activity of the drug produced. This can be a significant advantage when tackling issues such as drug resistance because analogues of existing drugs can provide new ways to attack drug-resistant pathogens. Free Webinar.

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Mitigating the risks of cross-contamination during Oral Solid Dose (OSD) manufacturing

Pharmaceutical Technology

In 2021, 72% of newly approved drugs were small molecules, and almost 50% of new drugs approved were OSD. While the industry is seeing advances in alternative drug delivery systems, oral solid doses, such as pills, capsules and soft gels, remain at the forefront of the industry.

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The rising importance of containment in small molecule drug development

Pharmaceutical Technology

Despite the current emphasis on biologic medicines, small molecule drugs still dominate the pharmaceutical manufacturing world. HPAPIs may now represent more than 30% of the drug development pipeline. Nowadays, you have drugs against cancer which have a very high impact even at a very low dosage.”.

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Johnson & Johnson Pulls Neutrogena and Aveeno Spray Sunscreens Over Benzene Contamination

XTalks

Johnson & Johnson is recalling sunscreens from two of its popular brands over concerns of carcinogenic benzene contamination. In fact, benzene is one of the 20 most widely used chemicals in the US, serving as a starting material for making plastics, dyes, rubbers, drugs and pesticides. Growing Contamination Issues.

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A winning combination: The benefits of micronization and containment in a single installation

Pharmaceutical Technology

The number of high-potency drug approvals has increased over the last decade, driven by the increasing use of APIs (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients) in the pipeline and among marketed drugs. Premium specialized equipment is necessary because high containment facilities call for the separation of the operator from the product.

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Mars Recalls Select Skittles, Starbust and Life Saver Gummies over Possible Metal Contamination

XTalks

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) posted the company’s recall announcement , which includes a complete list of products affected by the recall. . So why is metal contamination such a common reason for launching voluntary recalls? The Mars recall impacted 13 product stock keeping units (SKUs) ranging from 3.5-ounce

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Choosing a Baby Formula

Pharma Mirror

Concerns and Contamination Every day American parents and caregivers reach for over-the-counter baby formulas and are surprised to find chemicals, additives, and other ingredients that are known to cause health concerns. As long as the ingredients are deemed “safe” and contamination-free, there are no specific concrete rules.