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Tamper-evidence feature for reclosable cartons
May 1, 2013 | Video

Tamper-evidence feature for reclosable cartons

The new tamper-evident feature from Rondo-pak is comprised of perforations in the closing lid and dust flaps, which rip off when the box is opened for the first time. The carton remain reclosable, but still shows clear tamper-evidence. Great for high line speeds and maintaining OEE.
Too much medication?
April 24, 2013 | News

Report says 40% of parents give young kids cough/cold medicine that they shouldn’t

Many parents disregard label warnings. …Meanwhile, FDA’s BeSafeRx provides interactive map tool to protect against fake pharmaceuticals.
Purdue OxyContin
April 23, 2013 | News

Purdue Pharma receives FDA approval for OxyContin label language

New language describes abuse-deterrence studies conducted with reformulated tablets. Agency will not approve generics to original OxyContin.
BD UltraSafe Plus
April 12, 2013 | Materials Product Brief

Needlestick safety device

BD’s new Passive Needle Guard supports biologics; receives FDP 510(k) clearance.
Comar liquid dispensing
April 1, 2013 | Materials Product Brief

Safety system for children’s liquid medication dosing

Two-part system responds to call for improved liquid medication packaging.
Healthcare reform
March 22, 2013 | News

Patient non-adherence costs underestimated

Healthcare Packaging associate publisher Liz Tierney reports that RxAdherence 2013 stressed the importance of medication adherence on healthcare-related costs.
Package All EZ-Safe
March 20, 2013 | Materials Product Brief

CR/SF closure

Closures are easy to use, have fully-compliant child-resistant features, and are available in a wide spectrum of colors.
Avive image
March 15, 2013 | News

HCPC announces 2012 Compliance Packages of the Year

Avive, Med-ic, and Strattera earn top honors from the Healthcare Compliance Packaging Council at RxAdherence.
Rondo tamper evidence
February 27, 2013 | Materials Product Brief

Tamper-evident folding boxes

Design surpasses future security requirements, stands out for its simplicity and efficiency in the manufacturing process.
Adherence Estimator
February 20, 2013 | News

Merck’s Adherence Estimator aims to improve patient health outcomes

Online survey helps doctors and patients address underlying issues leading to nonadherence.

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