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03.11.2010 -- Pfizer, Teva In 3-Way Bidding War For Ratiopharm

March 11, 2010

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Quality By Design: The Automated Pharmaceutical Assay
By Dale VonBehren, SOTAX Corporation
We should always strive to improve our systems and the way tasks are accomplished. The pharmaceutical industry should be no exception. One lofty definition of QbD according to the FDA is "A maximally efficient, agile, flexible pharmaceutical manufacturing sector that reliably produces high-quality drug products without extensive regulatory oversight."


Computer System Validation And FDA Inspections
By Michael Gregor, Life Science Leader magazine
Often, the FDA comes to inspect your facility for reasons other than your computer system validation (CSV) program. However, because so many of our business processes are governed by electronic systems, the topic of CSV inevitably comes up during the course of an inspection.


Achieving PAT Goals With Process Analytics Equipment
By Mettler-Toledo AG, Process Analytical, Inc.
Pharmaceutical manufacturers need to focus on quality and cost-efficiency. Traditionally, the pharmaceutical industry evaluates quality on samples tested in the laboratory.


Are You Really In Control?
By Siemens
This paper addresses another aspect for cGMP — data integrity. It takes a novel approach to maintaining data integrity through the use of redundancy and statistical analysis. The result is reduced calibration cost, increased data integrity, and reduced off-spec uncertainty.


Retrofitting Process Equipment Achieves Containment For A Range Of Manufacturing Operations
By Alan E. George, ILC Dover
This article provides a review of various innovative solutions, a provocative thought process for customized installations if needed, and a look at a technology verified to reduce the overall cost of ownership for contained processing.

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The Benchtop Leak and Seal Strength Analyzer, for blister packages, provides leakage testing of tablet blister packs in a methylene blue bath.

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With this glove leak tester, it is possible to integrity test up to twelve glove/sleeve combinations at once, without demounting them. Client-specific test covers for overpressure or test cylinders for underpressure are provided.

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Datasheet: CM-700d/600d Portable Spectrophotometer
The CM-700d/600d is a spectrophotometer that has achieved a much more compact and lightweight body while retaining the sophisticated functions of Konica Minolta's conventional models by utilizing their original optical design and signal processing technologies.

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Combining high-capacity ion-exchange Mustang membranes, with a unique 16-layer open pleat design, results in a high-flow rate, high-capacity, single-use, and versatile range of pleated products that can be used for a wide range of applications.

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Case Study: Controlling Complex Processes In Hazardous Areas With A Modular Electrical And Pneumatic Automation System
Today, new technologies permit the combination of electrical and pneumatic devices, even in zone 1/21 environments, achieving several cost-saving possibilities at the same time — such as requiring less wiring, less planning, and less documentation.

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Cherokee Pharmaceuticals' extensive knowledge of organic chemistry, coupled with nearly 60 years of manufacturing experience in antibiotics and highly toxic compounds, is augmented by state-of-the-art equipment and containment.

PowerPoint Presentation: PTI Inspection Methodologies
This PowerPoint presentation answers why package inspection is important, provides tips for selecting the right inspection method, and details the various methodologies that PTI can provide.
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Industry News

Pfizer, Teva In 3-Way Bidding War For Ratiopharm
Pew Statement On Congressional Hearing Regarding FDA Drug Safety Reforms
Pilgrim Software And PSC Group Sign Strategic Agreement
Watson Announces Actos® Patent Challenge Settlement
Simple, Reliable Method For Determining Sample Purity
Sanofi-aventis And Merck To Create A Global Leader In Animal Health
Spear Group Wins Major Contract Renewal With World Leading Pharmaceutical Co.
Cellzome Announces Second Major Strategic Drug Discovery Alliance With GlaxoSmithKline In Inflammatory Disease
Lotus Pharmaceuticals Reports Groundbreaking Ceremony
AutekBio, Suma Ventures And Beijing E-Town To Invest In The Largest CMO Project In Asia
Thermo Fisher Scientific Offers Custom Cleaning Services
Ricerca Biosciences Finalizes Acquisition Of MDS Pharma Services Business
MicroConstants Now Offers Nanoparticle Formulation Services
Freeze Dryer Sterilization Using H2O2
Watson Confirms Filing Of Generic Opana® ER Application
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