Dosage Forms

Reshaping Dosage Forms

Advancements in personalized medicine and other innovations are transforming the way dosage forms are viewed.

Development of Taste-Masked Oral Dispersible Tablets of Cefpodoxime Proxetil

This study aimed to develop a taste-masked drug resin complex using the ion exchange resin Kyron T-114.

Frontrunners in Bispecific Antibodies

Novel genetic engineering technologies are transforming the design and manufacture of bispecific antibodies, which are emerging as a promising new class of biologics.

Vertical Diffusion Cell Test System

November 30, 2015

Copley Scientific’s new Vertical Diffusion Cell Test System Model HDT 1000 comprises a compact unit with 10 test stations that enables the precise control of test conditions.

Laminins Key to Production-Scale Stem Cell Development

November 30, 2015

A study backed by the Centre of Regenerative Medicine found that laminins are crucial cell components that could help aid the commercial production of stem cell therapies.

Romaco Acquires Medipac AB and Extends Position in Effervescent Tablets Sector

November 26, 2015

PTSM: Pharmaceutical Technology Sourcing and Management

With the acquisition of Medipac’s tube filling assets for effervescent tablets, Romaco can now offer the complete line configurations for effervescent tablets.

The $3.5-Billion Pharmaceutical Prenup

November 24, 2015

Text from a merger prospectus reveals the termination fee for the proposed Pfizer-Allergan deal would change if any new tax regulations were passed prior to the closing of the transaction.

Cobra Biologics to Scale Production of Growth Hormone

November 23, 2015

PTSM: Pharmaceutical Technology Sourcing and Management

The University of Sheffield has appointed Cobra Biologics to advance novel fusion protein technology into Phase 1 clinical trials.

Baxter Expands Fill-Finish Facility

November 19, 2015

PTSM: Pharmaceutical Technology Sourcing and Management

Baxter expands capacity for lyophilized cytotoxic oncology therapies at its fill/finish facility in Halle, Germany.

New Equipment Improves Blister Packaging

November 18, 2015

Equipment and Processing Report

Integrated pharmaceutical blister-packaging equipment systems strengthen serialization and brand protection capabilities.

Equipment and Processing Report