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The Role of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) in Generic Drug Manufacturing: Ensuring Quality and Safety

Drug Patent Watch

The Unseen Heroes of Generic Drug Manufacturing: Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) As we navigate the complex world of generic drug manufacturing, it's easy to overlook the unsung heroes that ensure the quality and safety of these life-saving medications. But what exactly does GMP entail?

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Why small particles matter: Manufacturing and micro-material contamination

Pharmaceutical Technology

To protect patient safety and reduce recall risks, drug manufacturers must reduce particle contamination sources wherever possible.

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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 Role of Quality Assurance in Generic Drugs

Drug Patent Watch

The Unsung Heroes of Generic Drugs: The Importance of Quality Assurance As we navigate the complex world of pharmaceuticals, it's easy to overlook the behind-the-scenes efforts that ensure the quality and safety of the medications we rely on. So, what can we learn from the importance of Quality Assurance in generic drugs?

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How smart manufacturing is optimising processes and reducing costs in the pharma supply chain

Pharmaceutical Technology

smart manufacturing is a way of using advanced technology ecosystems to continuously improve product quality, drive savings, and meet demands. In the pharmaceutical industry, this modern approach to manufacturing is increasingly being seen as the best way to meet the high quality requirements demanded of the industry.

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CMO Moves: Regulatory catalysts for drug manufacturing-April

Pharmaceutical Technology

Regulatory decisions have a ripple effect, first affecting the pharma sponsors, and then the companies tasked to manufacture the drug. Pharmaceutical Technology looks at drugs and biologics with recent regulatory verdicts that will likely impact manufacturing volumes. Consequential FDA and EMA decisions.

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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.