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Medical Information in the Netherlands: Safeguarding Compliance and Patient Confidence

Access to trustworthy pharmaceutical information is essential for patient safety and informed decision-making. In the Netherlands, medical information (MI) services are central to this goal, providing healthcare professionals, patients, and caregivers with accurate, non-promotional product...

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Revised Annex 1, EudraLex Volume 4: Deadline to Comply: August 2023

The deadline to comply with the revised EudraLex Volume 4, Annex 1 is August 25th, 2013. Only for a sole point (point 8.123: "product transfer/loading/unloading areas for lyophilizers“) a later...

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Clinical Research Solutions

The Importance of Responding to FDA 483 Observations

This article has been updated since its original publication date. The FDA has an established policy that allows companies 15 days to respond in writing to the FDA after issuance of a 483...

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FDA Form 483: Common Pitfalls You Can Avoid

This article has been updated since its original publication date. FDA Form 483 requires a written response in which you must make it clear that you are taking the observations, and your...

Meet the Expert: Valerie Huh

Meet the Expert: Valerie Huh

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...

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Who’s Watching? Why You Should Care About Global Promotional Material Review

Recently, there have been two notable cases regarding pharmaceutical advertising code violations based on LinkedIn content. It was announced that Danish drugmaker Novo Nordisk has been suspended by...

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EMA’s Regulatory Science Strategy to 2025 is on Track

Key messages from the mid-point achievements report To strengthen regulatory and scientific support for innovative medicines and diagnostics development, in March 2020 EMA published its Regulatory...

How to Maximize the Value of Cell and Gene Therapy Products: 5 Tips for Success

This article has been updated since its original publication date. Product development is an extremely time consuming and challenging process for any pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device,...

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Clinical Research Solutions

Expanding EU & UK Market Access with eQMS & Manufacturer's Import Authorisation (MIA) License

This article has been updated since its original publication date. ProPharma holds its own MIA licenses both in the Netherlands to cover batch importation and Qualified Person (QP) batch...

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The Future of UK Clinical Research Delivery

ProPharma applauds the myriad of recent, positive developments for clinical trials in the UK, representing the biggest overhaul in UK clinical trials in two decades. Lord O’Shaughnessy Clinical Trial...

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MoCRA 2022: Updated Requirements for Cosmetic Companies

MoCRA enacts the most significant expansion of the US FDA to regulate cosmetics since 1938. After 85 years of effectiveness the Modernization of Cosmetics Regulation Act of 2022 or "MoCRA" was...

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Rare/Orphan Diseases and the African American Community

How do we improve outcomes for an uncommon healthcare challenge in a community challenged with common healthcare issues? The Orphan Drug Act defines a rare disease as a disease or condition that...

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The Boston ATMP Biotech Conquest

After panning over the Boston Business Journal and seeing yet another local VC (Venture Capital) firm raise a record $350 million in venture capital for Massachusetts life science, I asked myself:...

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Changes to the Animal Welfare Act Affecting Animal Research Facilities

Does your organization conduct or outsource testing to an Animal Research Facility? If so, are you aware of the changes that have been implemented to the AWA (Animal Welfare Act) by the Animal and...

Ban on Titanium Dioxide (E171) on the EU Food Market: What Are the Consequences for Medicines?

Use of Titanium Dioxide in the EU Food Market In 2021, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) investigated the safety of the white coloring agent titanium dioxide (TiO2) and concluded that the...

Be Careful What You Ask For (Prior to Consent)

According to FDA's clinical trial regulations (21 CFR 50.20, 312.60 and 812.100), clinical investigators are responsible for protecting the rights, safety, and welfare of subjects during a clinical...

What to Expect During the NDA Review Process

Compiling and submitting a New Drug Application (NDA) submission is a complicated and intensive activity. Once you have submitted your application to FDA, you may be curious about what can you expect...

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FDA's Expedited Programs Explained

In order to incentivize the development of therapies (drugs biologics) to fill unmet medical needs for treatment of serious conditions, the FDA has developed various programs to expedite drug...

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What are Patient Support Programs?

Patient Support Programs (PSPs)  in the pharmaceutical sector offer a range of services to help patients start and adhere to their therapies, including Patient Assistance Programs (PAPs), patient...

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Safety Data Exchange Agreements (SDEAs) and Pharmacovigilance Agreements (PVAs) – An Overview

A Safety Data Exchange Agreement (SDEA) or Pharmacovigilance Agreement (PVA) is a legal written contract which ensures that all safety data, PV tasks and responsibilities are detailed between two or...

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The Impact of a US Government Shutdown on the Food and Drug Administration

This article was originally published in September 2023, and has been updated to reflect an upcoming potential government shutdown. As U.S. lawmakers return from the President’s Day holiday, they are...

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Formal FDA Meetings for Sponsors or Applications of PDUFA Products

This article has been updated since its original February 28, 2017 publication. Since the introduction of the Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) VII for fiscal years 2023 - 2027, the FDA...