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Materials
Dr. Pfleger Arzneimittel GmbH Launches Recyclable Pastille Blister
For its throat lozenge samples, Dr. Pfleger collaborated with ETIMEX Primary Packaging.
April 8, 2024
Dr. Pfleger's ipalat throat pastilles in Etimex's recyclable PURELAY monoblister.
Medical Device/Packaging
Navigating LVI Device Integration in Pharma: 9 Considerations
At Pharmapack 2024, Teva Pharmaceuticals provided insight into large-volume delivery system integration tactics.
April 4, 2024
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Packaging/Filling
7 Success Attributes for a Super-Orphaned Drug Manufacturing Suite
Takeda manufactures one batch of infant botulism treatment every five years. Source plasma only comes from around 30 donors. Hear about their “batch right, first time” approach, because there is no second chance to get it right.
March 27, 2024
Takeda's Pat Gavit presented at the PDA Annual Meeting in Long Beach, CA.
Pharmaceuticals
Consumer Perspective on Package Design Explained Through Eye-tracking Technology
Eye-tracking technology offers health and beauty brands insights for package redesign and use of specialty coatings. Nature’s Way recently participated in a study on the topic.
January 24, 2024
Eye-tracking technology provides insight into consumer trends with specialty coatings for multivitamins.
Pharmaceuticals
Multiple Fatalities Alleged as Nurse Swapped Fentanyl with Tap Water
Police are conducting a criminal investigation, in which painkillers were allegedly removed and replaced with tap water, which is not sterile.
January 16, 2024
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Pharmaceuticals
Consumer Risk Increases from Growth in Online Pharmacy Buying
A new survey reveals 60% of online pharmacy users would consider purchasing from an unapproved source for convenience, and 47% of Americans falsely believe that only safe, verified websites selling prescription drugs appear at the top of search results.
January 11, 2024
Online Pharmacy Buying
Robotics/Automation
3 Examples of Life Science Packaging Robotics
From robotic blister loading to label placement on corrugated cases, these three case studies highlight different ways robotics boost accuracy in production.
November 28, 2023
In Lundbeck's operation, a robot picks up one pipette for each carton of vials.
Temp Control/Cold Chain
9 Takeaways on Real-Time Monitoring in Pharma Logistics
At the 2023 ISTA European meeting, pharma brands and suppliers discussed trends in data logger technology.
November 1, 2023
Real time monitoring in pharma logistics
Traceability/Serialization
Op-ed: Collaboration Is Critical for DSCSA Stabilization
The FDA recently announced a DSCSA “stabilization policy,” but further clarity and education will be needed for all trading partners to ensure they reach compliance.
October 26, 2023
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Materials
Haleon and Bayer Join New Blister Sustainability Initiative
The Blister Pack Collective aims to reduce single-use plastics in tablet packs in over-the-counter drugs, prescription drugs, nutraceuticals, and confectionary items.
October 20, 2023
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PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2023
Shipping Label Software Offers Color Boost for Dynamic Content
Epson’s new Label Boost system creates colorful shipping labels for compliance, ads, and more.
September 23, 2023
Epson Label Boost software adds color and dynamic content to shipping labels.
Labeling/Printing
Enhance Patient Safety with Micro-Optic Technology
MM Packaging showcases its anti-counterfeit labeling, born through its partnership with Crane Authentication at PACK EXPO Las Vegas.
September 21, 2023
MM Packaging and Crane Automation's partnership have resulted in anti-counterfeit, anti-harvest, and tamper-evident labels for pharmaceuticals.
Robotics/Automation
Automated Tablet Coating Machine Features Easy Adjustments
Romaco introduced its Tecpharm TPR 25 at PACK EXPO Las Vegas. The system features a sonar system and patented spray arm for automatic adjustments, and is available in pilot scale through 600kg.
September 20, 2023
Romaco showcased its new TPR 25 tablet coater at PACK EXPO Las Vegas, with its pictured automated spray arm and nozzles.
Traceability/Serialization
What Does a DSCSA Stabilization Period Mean?
From the HDA Traceability Seminar: FDA announced a DSCSA stabilization period through Nov. 2024 but is urging all trading partners not to take their feet off the gas. Consistent work will be needed from trading partners throughout the next 15 months.
September 1, 2023
A one-year stabilization period for DSCSA enforcement means extra time, but it's not intended to be a one-year delay in progress.
Adherence/Delivery
Pharma Packaging Expert Warns Against TikTok Tic Tac Travel Hack
Pharmaceutical packaging firm Origin urges travelers not to adopt travel hack as popularized on social media platform.
August 23, 2023
Repackaging medicines for travel can result in serious holdups.
Temp Control/Cold Chain
New Life Science Track at the 2023 ISTA European Packaging Symposium
The 9th edition of the ISTA European Packaging Symposium will be held 27-28 September 2023, in Amsterdam, Netherlands at the Amsterdam Marriott Hotel. Hear from speakers on pharmaceutical lane risk assessments, navigating green regulations, and more.
August 21, 2023
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Traceability/Serialization
Tackling DSCSA Communication Issues
For trading partners, finding the right serialization contact up or downstream can be needlessly difficult. A new service—currently piloting—seeks to centralize this information and streamline communication.
July 27, 2023
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Traceability/Serialization
Why Pharma Traceability is Critical in Healthcare Packaging
Learn about pharma traceability and the prevalent technologies used for it, such as serialization, RFID, barcoding, and blockchain.
July 24, 2023
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