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23 October 2018

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Amgen Launches Adalimumab Biosimilar in Europe

Amgen's biosimilar to AbbVie's Humira (adalimumab) is the first inflammation biosimilar from Amgen's portfolio to launch in Europe.
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Novartis to Acquire Endocyte

Novartis plans to acquire Endocyte, a biopharmaceutical company, to accelerate the development of innovative radioligand technology for treating cancer in a deal worth $2.1 billion (EUR 1.8 billion).
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Industry News

CMOs to Benefit from Double-Digit Approvals for ADCs, CPhI Reports

According to CPhI's annual report, the therapeutic antibody drug conjugates (ADC) market is expected to reach US$4 billion (approximately EUR 3 billion) by 2023.
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Scientists Develop New Vaccine for Lassa Fever and Rabies

A new investigational vaccine, LASSARAB, shows promise for use against Lassa fever and rabies.
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Evonik sets new standard for enteric coatings: EUDRAGIT® FL 30 D-55 is an advanced, new combination polymer solution for enteric coatings that integrates the respective benefits of two existing, well-accepted monographs. It is highly flexible, plasticizer-free, and can be sprayed with a smooth, fast and no-stick process. As a single product, preparation times can be reduced by up to 70%. Visit Evonik at AAPS (booth 2127) or email healthcare@evonik.com
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Regulatory News

Curbing Drug Shortages in Europe

A European task force outlines its upcoming efforts to combat drug shortages.
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EMA Recommends Six Medicines for Approval

The recommended drugs include one biosimilar, two orphan medicines, and three extensions of therapeutic indications.
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Bio/Pharma News

Roche, Ionis Partner to Develop Eye Disease Treatment

The companies will work together to develop Ionis-FB-LRx for the treatment of complement-mediated diseases, including Geographic Atrophy (GA), the advanced stage of dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD), in a deal worth US$760 million (EU 664 million).
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AbbVie, Morphic Therapeutic Join Forces for Fibrotic Disease Treatments

The companies will work together to advance a number of Morphic's oral integrin therapeutics for fibrosis-related indications in a deal with US$100 million (EUR 87 million).
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Supplier News

Catalent Invests $7.3 Million in Aprilia, Italy Facility

The investment includes an upgrade and expansion of the company's packaging and softgel encapsulation capabilities at its facility in Aprilia, Italy.
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Recipharm Releases First Serialized Products to Europe

The contract development and manufacturing organization released its first serialized products to Europe from its facilities in Lisbon, Portugal and Stockholm, Sweden.
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FEATURED TOPICS

ANALYTICS

Efficiency Demands Drive Advances in API Labs

Integration of new modelling and analytical tools with flow chemistry are notable trends.
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MANUFACTURING

Optimizing Containment in OSD Manufacturing

Engineering controls and safe practices protect both operator and product in tablet and capsule production.
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PEER-REVIEWED RESEARCH

Understanding Internal Release Limits

Internal release limits help ensure that a batch of drug product remains within specifications throughout its shelf life. This article explores what internal release limits are and why they are important.
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FORMULATION

Developing Lipid-Based Formulations

Lipid-based formulations offer a means of addressing the physicochemical and biological challenges of poorly soluble APIs.
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Events

Ophthalmic Drugs

London, UK

26–27 November 2018

Pharmaceutical Freeze Drying Technology Conference

Seville, Spain

27–28 November 2018

Cold Chain Distribution 2018

London, UK

10–11 December 2018


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