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Takeda received approval in Japan for a subcutaneous injection formulation of Entyvio (vedolizumab) for treating ulcerative colitis.

Takeda Gets Approval in Japan for Entyvio Subcutaneous Injection 

GEMÜ’s process solenoid valve with pressure compensation, the GEMÜ M75, uses a double bellows principle to balance pressure forces, which allows the valve to be used for processes with an operating pressure of up to 6 bar. 

Process Solenoid Valve with Pressure Compensation

The authors compare formulations containing citrate with other buffers in reducing subcutaneous injection-site pain and discuss a formulation and excipients selection strategy.

Approaches to Alleviating Subcutaneous Injection-Site Pain for Citrate Formulations

Felicity Thomas is Associate Editorial Director of Pharmaceutical Technology, Pharmaceutical Technology Europe, BioPharm International.

Considering the potential interaction of a drug with the delivery device early on in in development is integral to achieving the best combination.

Avoiding Negative Drug–Device Interactions

This injection formulation of USP-grade leucovorin calcium is now available in the United States.

Fresenius Kabi Launches Leucovorin Calcium Injection, USP

The company has officially opened a local brand office in South Korean to support its existing business in the region.

Vetter Expands in Asia-Pacific

The $72-million investment, part of a larger $850-million investment into its US operations, will allow the drugmaker to replace an outdated insulin vial-filling line and to upgrade technology at its Indianapolis manufacturing plant.

Lilly to Invest $72 Million for Insulin Manufacturing Upgrade

Kevin J. WrigleyÂ is product and service manager, Vetter Pharma International GmbH. 

Choosing between presterilized and bulk sterilized prefilled syringes.

A Closer Look at Prefilled Syringes

Adeline Siew is editor for Pharmaceutical Technology Europe. She is also science editor for Pharmaceutical Technology.

Safe and effective drug targeting with ADCs requires careful selection of drug, antibody, and linker.

Targeting Drug Delivery with ADCs

Joerg Zimmermann is director of Process Development and Implementation at Vetter, www.vetter-pharma.com

Prefilled dual-chamber cartridges offer several advantages. Several steps should be taken to determine if a dual-chamber system is viable for a lyophilized injectable drug product.

Formulation and Drug Delivery, Liquids