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EMA’s Emergency Task Force advises on intradermal use of Imvanex / Jynneos against monkeypox
EMA’s Emergency Task Force (ETF) has reviewed data on the monkeypox vaccine Imvanex 1 used as an intradermal injection (given just below the top layer of the skin). The vaccine is only authorised for...
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FDA Pathways to Medical Device Approval
Commercializing your medical device in the US market often requires submitting a marketing application to the FDA to become an FDA Approved or Cleared Medical Device. The content of your FDA...
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FDA Solicits Feedback on ANDA Submissions – Amendments to ANDAs Under GDUFA Guidance, Appendix A
Ahead of this year’s reauthorization of the Generic Drug User Fee Amendments (GDUFA), FDA has established a docket to solicit comments on the content of Appendix A in the July 2018 guidance for...
Early engagement with Health Technology Assessment authorities will accelerate product launch and improve chances for reimbursement
Pharmaceutical companies should understand EU Health Technology Assessment (HTA) authorities requirements early in the product development phase. Engagement with HTA authorities during clinical...
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FDA Recognizes August as National Immunization Awareness Month
National Immunization Awareness Month provides us an opportunity to think about how far the development and advancement of immunization science has come, and its impact on public health. The U.S....
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UK Paediatric Investigational Plans – what do you need to know?? …and how is it all working in practice??
If a marketing authorisation is planned to be submitted in England, Scotland, and Wales (GB), an MHRA-approved paediatric investigational plan (PIP) is required. Up until January 1, 2021, PIPs were...
How to Fast-Track medicine approval in the UK with the MHRA’s Innovative Licensing and Access Pathway (ILAP)
What is ILAP? What benefits does ILAP provide? How do you access it? With the dust of Brexit settling, the question on most people’s lips (well, those of us in the healthcare sector anyway!) was:...
5 Benefits of Receiving EU PRIME Designation for Medicine Developers
What it is, why it matters, how you can apply and how we can help. What is the PRIME Scheme? You might be forgiven if you don’t know what the PRIority MEdicines (PRIME) scheme is; but if you are in...
Orphan Drug Designations in the US and EU
What is an Orphan Drug Designation? The Orphan Drug Designation (ODD) program in both the United States (U.S.) and European Union (E.U.) qualifies sponsors to receive potential incentives to develop...
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Global regulators agree on key principles on adapting vaccines to tackle virus variants
On 30 June, regulators from around the world discussed emerging evidence to support adaptation of COVID-19 vaccines as the SARS-COV-2 virus continues to evolve during a workshop co-chaired by the...
Maximising on Scientific Advice Procedures in Europe
A unique opportunity to interact with medicine regulators in Europe Are you considering requesting scientific advice in Europe? We can help you navigate the various procedures within the European...
EMA adopts first list of critical medicines for COVID-19
News On 7 June 2022, EMA's Medicines Shortages Steering Group (MSSG) adopted the list of critical medicines for the COVID-19 public health emergency. The medicines included in the list are authorised...
Quality & Compliance
What is Product Lifecycle Management and Why is it Critical for Success?
Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) is the process of managing a product from conception through end of of life (EOL), and clearly includes conception (design and development) and commercialization....
Understanding ICH M10 “Bioanalytical Method Validation and Study Sample Analysis"
The final version of ICH M10 “Bioanalytical Method Validation and Study Sample Analysis” was adopted on May 24, 2022. This is the harmonized guideline which has been ratified by participating...
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Compounded drug search added to FDA’s NDC directory webpage
FDA recently added a search function to the National Drug Code (NDC) Directory webpage for human drugs compounded by outsourcing facilities that assign NDC numbers to their products. This update was...
Meet the Expert: Markus Ganzlin
Our “Meet the Expert” series introduces you to our team of experts around the world. This “behind the curtain” view will help you get to know who we are on a professional and personal level, and...