Packaging and Distribution

Contract Packager Expands Serialization and Cold Chain Capabilities

September 26, 2016

PTSM: Pharmaceutical Technology Sourcing and Management

Sharp Packaging Services adds Biotechnology Center of Excellence to its to its Allentown, PA campus.

Equipment and Processing Report

Innovations in Cartons, Labels, and Inserts

September 21, 2016

Award-winning drug packaging innovations include interactive cartons and multifunctional labels.

August Faller Brings Individualized Packaging Solutions to CPhI 2016

September 20, 2016

The company sees a demand for customized individual packaging solutions as the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry moves towards smaller lot sizes that require aspects of individualization.

Gerresheimer Presents Solutions for Sensitive Drugs at CPhI 2016

September 14, 2016

The Gx RTF ClearJect syringe is made of cyclic olefin copolymer and is tungsten- and adhesive-free.

UK Approves Glaucoma Drug Product, Delivered with Nemera’s Multidose Preservative-Free Eyedropper

September 14, 2016

The Novelia system has been approved as a packaging component and delivery system of multidose drug product formulated without preservatives.

FDA’s Proposed Generic-Drug Labeling Rule: Ensuring Efficiency and Compliance

September 09, 2016

If FDA’s proposed generic-drug labeling rule is passed in 2017, generic drug companies would need documented processes for safety tracking and label updates.

Taking a Closer Look at Parenteral Contaminants

September 02, 2016

Visual inspection of parenteral vials is the first step in a root cause investigation.

Anticounterfeiting Label Prevents Container Reuse

August 31, 2016

Schreiner MediPharm’s Flexi-Cap Plus incorporates a label-integrated tear strip for enhanced security.

Impax Laboratories Recalls Lamotrigine Orally Disintegrating Tablets

August 30, 2016

The company is voluntarily recalling one lot of product due to a potential packaging mistake.

Cetylev Tablets Recalled

August 18, 2016

Arbor Pharmaceuticals is voluntarily recalling Cetylev (acetylcysteine) effervescent tablets due to inadequate seal of the blister pack.