Pharmaceutical Processing articles from July 2007

Pharmaceutical Processing archives from July 2007

A dangerous combination: a recent FDA study indicates that a large percentage of people who buy drugs off the internet are doing so because they don't need a prescription.(From The Editor)
July 1, 2007... Having covered and written about this industry for almost 19 years I feel that I have become something of an industry supporter. Whenever people start complaining about the high costs of drugs, I like to explain to them how long and expensive...

On-line particle size analyzer ideal for liquid process streams.(What's Hot)
July 1, 2007... The Insitec LPS can be used off-, at-, in- or on-line for a very wide range of processes. Each component of the system--sampler, pre-diluter, cascade diluter, measurement cell, and software--can be individually tailored to the process, ensuring...

Pressure sensor offers easy mounting options.(What's Hot)
July 1, 2007... The ME501 comes in a variety of pressure ranges from the new 0-0.5 bar up to 0-600 bar. With an operating temperature range of -40[degrees]C to 135[degrees]C, the unit offers wide temperature compensation directly mounted on the sensor,...

Scales offer custom applications.(What's Hot)
July 1, 2007... The Signum series of scales features a wide variety of functions that can be customized to the application level and needs. Three pre-defined application levels are available in each of three Signum models. The Signum Regular SIWR features a...

Compressors designed for critical applications.(What's Hot)
July 1, 2007... Company has received Class 0 certification for their off free rotary screw line of compressors. The certifications were granted to their entire range of air-cooled and water-cooled oil-free rotary screw compressors (37 to 350kW) and...

High quality and standards deliver award for project execution--regional excellence: Shanghai Roche's new facility stresses environmental safety in high potency materials handling.(Facility of the Year Award)(Cover story)(Company overview)
July 1, 2007... In an effort that surmounted numerous hurdles, Shanghai Roche Pharmaceuticals Limited (SRPL) not only completed its US$16.64 million Shanghai High Potent Production Project (SHiP) on schedule and under budget, but managed to win over the judges...

Managing pharmaceutical data: developing information management strategies for faster, safer and more cost efficient drug development.(Data Management)
July 1, 2007... The pharmaceutical industry today faces heavy FDA regulations, consumers who demand accountability and shareholders that demand innovation. But, the industry is mired in massively fragmented, slow, undependable and expensive processes--costing...

Handling the powder flow problem: an examination of powder flow problems and why the industry needs accurate testing.(Powder Testing)
July 1, 2007... It has been estimated that powders account for 80% of materials used in industry. Handling and processing powders, particulates and granules is central to the pharmaceutical industry, but has traditionally been fraught with problems due to...

Trends in contamination control: keeping up with USP <467>.(Contamination Control)
July 1, 2007... In the pharmaceutical cleanroom environment, controlling bacteria is, and probably always will be, the big issue. But as regulations evolve and new rules are added, other contamination sources emerge to share the spotlight. One such...

NUVIGIL[TM] approved for the treatment of excessive sleepiness associated with three disorders.(Industry News)
July 1, 2007... Cephalon, Inc. has received approval from the FDA to market NUVIGIL (armodafinil) Tablets [C- IV], a non-amphetamine wake-promoting agent for the treatment of excessive sleepiness associated with obstructive sleep apnea/hypopnea syndrome...

Sciele Pharma completes acquisition of Alliant.(Industry News)
July 1, 2007... Sciele Pharma, Inc. recently announced that it has completed its acquisition of Alliant Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Sciele will pay approximately $109.75 million in cash for Alliant, which includes approximately $14 million in indebtedness. The final...

Regulatory cooperation expanded.(Industry News)
July 1, 2007... The FDA, the European Commission (EC), and the European Medicines Agency (EMEA) have agreed to expand their current cooperative activities in several important areas. At a meeting June 14-15, 2007, the FDA and the EU reviewed the past year's...

Bradley Pharmaceuticals launches authorized generic of ADOXA[R].(Industry News)
July 1, 2007... Bradley Pharmaceuticals, Inc., recently announced the launch of its authorized generic version for ADOXA[R] 150 mg strength doxycycline monohydrate tablets. In accordance with a licensing and distribution agreement with Par Pharmaceutical...

Data display in the REAL pharmaceutical plant: options abound and are available for every type of situation.(Instrumentation)
July 1, 2007... In recent years manufacturers of instruments used for temperature and humidity monitoring in pharmaceutical applications have added to the number of ways that data can be displayed Size of display, graphing capabilities, and data downloading...

Vacuum mixer homogenizer is a self-contained processing system.(Cool Technology: Mixing/Blending/Drying)
July 1, 2007... 300 liter vacuum mixer homogenizer is a complete, stand-alone vacuum mixing and homogenizing plant and includes self-contained vacuum, temperature control and CIP systems Agitation is provided by independently controlled inner and outer...

Fluid bed processor features filter cleaning technology.(Cool Technology: Mixing/Blending/Drying)
July 1, 2007... The BFS fluid bed processor features a patent-pending filter system that uses a unique blow back technology to clean the entire filter surface over its full length. This eliminates clogging and subsequent product defects. Available in...

Batch mixer offers fast blending.(Cool Technology: Mixing/Blending/Drying)
July 1, 2007... The Model 700-TH-40-SS sanitary rotary batch mixer gently blends batches of ingredients in parts as small as one per million with 100% uniformity in less than three minutes, evacuates 100% of the batch, and can be sanitized rapidly with no...

Digital reversing mixer ensures repeatable and accurate mixing.(Cool Technology: Mixing/Blending/Drying)
July 1, 2007... Mixer is ideal for critical mixing applications in the lab. Reversing timed cycles controls vortexing and aeration for accurate and repeatable results (maximum cycle time 2000 seconds (33 minutes) in increments of 1 second). Features include...

Sorbent packets eliminate downtime: overall packaging efficiency improves by 20 percent.(Perspectives on Packaging)(Company overview)
July 1, 2007... Boehringer Ingelheim Roxane, Inc. (BIRI), a subsidiary of Boehringer Ingelheim Corporation a global leader in the development, manufacture and marketing of innovative pharmaceutical products, was experiencing challenges with its moisture...

Eccentric disc pumps ideal for shear sensitive products.(New Products)
July 1, 2007... The Micro C-Series eccentric disc pumps are ideal for handling many shear sensitive fine chemicals due to its gentle handling capabilities resulting from its low linear velocity and direct contact between the piston and cylinder. The Micro...

Infrared temperature sensor is easy to configure.(New Products)
July 1, 2007... The IRtec Rayomatic 10 infrared thermometer is available with several choices of optics, temperature ranges, and wavelengths. This level of customization allows the unit to be configured for a wide variety of applications. Features include:...

Tube filler/closer is cGMP compliant.(New Products)
July 1, 2007... The Model TF 80 automatic tube filling and closing machine fills and closes metal, plastic, polyfoil, and cassette infeed tubes ranging in size from 10 x 50 x 23mm (0.39" x 1.9" x 0.9") to 50 x 235 x 78mm (1.97" x 9.25" x 3.1"). Designed to...

Stainless steel worktable ideal for various lab requirements.(New Products)
July 1, 2007... Worktables address a wide range of lab requirements while providing corrosion-proof performance, ensuring long life and maximum value. Units are versatile and allow users to easily reconfigure, add-on, or break-clown product as needs change...

Fail-safe inductive sensor monitors critical safety applications.(New Products)
July 1, 2007... Fail-safe inductive sensor does not require a coded magnet or keyed target for sale operation. The wear-free, one-piece solution replaces traditional two-piece safety switches by integrating the company's patented, non-contact inductive sensing...

Mark your calendars now for the life sciences industry's hottest events for 2008!(INTERPHEX 2008 UPDATE)
July 1, 2007... Drugs, devices and advanced technologies are evolving in highly innovative ways to transform the life sciences industry and change the future of healthcare. The life sciences are converging to create a new industry that will encompass the...

Level sensing probes monitor empty and full conditions.(New Products)
July 1, 2007... Conductive level sensing probes monitor liquid quantity, notifying system software when processing fluid bottles have reached full or empty states. In addition to allowing instrument software to detect and react to system status, the...

Sanitary conveyor offers fast and effective cleaning.(New Products)
July 1, 2007... The AquaPruf family of sanitary conveyors now features an LPZ style conveyor with one or two fixed angle points that allow the conveyor to accommodate a variety of height and angle requirements. The AquaPruf LPZ Series is available in three...

The latest pharmaceutical processing news from FDC Reports.(Regulatory Update)
July 1, 2007... FDC Reports, an Elsevier Science Company, produces several weekly and monthly news periodicals of significant interest to the Pharmaceutical Processing community. Each month, Pharmaceutical Processing magazine will offer select highlights from...

FDA proposes elimination of seven MDI compounds.(Regulatory Update)
July 1, 2007... FDA is proposing that seven drugs used in metered-dose inhalers no longer be considered essential for the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Without such status, the drugs will no longer be exempt from regulations...

Drug importation often driven by personal, not pricing, concerns, FDA finds.(Regulatory Update)
July 1, 2007... Prescription-free access to pharmaceuticals, as opposed to saving money, is the motivation for a large number of Americans who purchase drugs online, according to FDA Acting Deputy Commissioner-Policy Randall Lutter. A review of 462...

Supreme Court ruling causing heartburn.(NOTED)
July 1, 2007... Supreme Court ruling causing heartburn: A favorable June 5 ruling for private-labeler Perrigo to launch its own version of the acid reducer Pepcid Complete reflects the influence of the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision that expanded the...

Risk communication advisory committee.(NOTED)
July 1, 2007... Risk Communication Advisory Committee: FDA is requesting nominations for membership in its new advisory committee on risk communication. To be composed of 15 voting members, the committee will advise the agency on ways to better communicate the...

Bioequivalence guidance accessibility.(NOTED)
July 1, 2007... Bioequivalence guidance accessibility: FDA has released draft guidance regarding the agency's plans to make product-specific, bioequivalence study design guidance available to the public on FDA's Web site. Currently, ANDA applicants must...