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Once-a-month oral contraceptive pill one step closer
A new slow-release formulation and delivery system for the oral contraceptive pill has shown success in pre-clinical trials and could be taken once a month.
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FDA approves new line of methotrexate products for rheumatoid arthritis
RediTrex, a new line of methotrexate products, has been approved by the FDA for the treatment of patients with rheumatoid arthritis.
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Strategies developed for improving drug delivery for brain tumour treatment
Scientists have proposed combining ultrasound with other techniques to improve drug transport into brain tumours.
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The FDA has approved Exservan™ for the treatment of ALS
The FDA has granted early-action approval to Exservan for the treatment of ALS, which can be administered safely and easily without water.
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New technique can closely control nanoparticle size and shape
A new technique has been demonstrated that will control the size and shape of nanoparticles which could lead to their use as a form of drug delivery.
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Medical device design – a key consideration when entering biosimilars market
A recent industry report projects a boom in the biosimilars market over the next three years and highlights key considerations for meeting its potential.
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Orally disintegrating tablets market driven by CNS disease treatments
The preference for orally disintegrating tablets (ODT) to treat CNS-related diseases will increase the market from $12bn in 2018, with a solid growth rate.
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Enzyme-coated protocells could be used as targeted drug-delivery system
A study has shown that using certain enzymes on liposomes could be an effective form of directed drug delivery.
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Medical cannabis: face-to-face with Dr Amir Englund
Dr Englund discusses his research into medical cannabis, highlighting a range of its potential uses. He also explores some of the challenges that can be faced in clinical trials when investigating cannabinoids.
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Protective microparticles can shield and deliver micronutrients to people
Scientists have created a new microparticle-based platform that can preserve, protect and deliver micronutrients which could help treat micronutrient deficiencies in developing countries.
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Treatment could be delivered to stroke patients via tiny transporters
Scientists have discovered that liposomes can translocate through the blood brain barrier following stroke and may be able to get drugs to the lesions to stop further damage.
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Data of rheumatoid arthritis treatment study released
New data shows the non-inferiority of efficacy for the subcutaneous (SC) formulation of CT-P13 to the intravenous (IV) formulation of CT-P13 in people with rheumatoid arthritis.
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Winners of the 2019 CPhI Pharma Awards announced
Thirteen winners have been announced for the 2019 CPhI Pharma Awards including Dr Ge Li for ‘CEO of the Year’ and a ‘Lifetime Achievement' award for John Chiminski.
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Nanoparticle drug delivery provides pain relief and opioid alternative
Researchers have used nanoparticles to infuse a non-opioid drug into nerves to provide enhanced pain relief.
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Researchers develop disc-shaped drug delivery which mimic bacteria
A study has created microscopic tori, doughnut-shaped discs, that mimic bacteria and could be used as a form of targeted drug delivery.
