A six-month study conducted by the Woolcock Institute of Medical Research (WIMR) found that patients getting reminders from the Smartinhaler SmartTrack inhaler monitoring system manufactured by Nexus6 took 73% of prescribed doses on average compared to 46% for patients not using a reminder system. However, despite the significant difference in adherence between the … [Read more...] about Study shows reminders significantly improved inhaler adherence but increased adherence did not greatly improve asthma control
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MVIC adds four new member companies, opens registration for symposium
The Medicon Valley Inhalation Consortium (MVIC) has announced the addition of four new member companies, bringing the total to 24. The newly added companies are OM Projekt, Lastow Consulting, Competitive Intelligence Solutions (CIS), and AB Kamsaco. OM Projekt provides project management based on Lean Six Sigma; Lastow Consulting provides device development and … [Read more...] about MVIC adds four new member companies, opens registration for symposium
Aptar publishes summary of roundtable on inhaler adherence
Aptar Pharma has published a white paper summarizing a roundtable discussion on inhaler adherence held in Paris, France on November 29th 2013. The panel included five experts on inhaler usage from the UK and France. The company said, "Aptar Pharma and its distinguished scientific guests were delighted with the successful outcome of the inhaler adherence … [Read more...] about Aptar publishes summary of roundtable on inhaler adherence
Philips-Medisize to be acquired by Golden State Capital
Device manufacturer Phillips-Medisize has announced that it will be acquired by Golden Gate Capital for an undisclosed amount. According to the announcement, Matt Jennings will remain as President and CEO, and the company will keep its headquarters in Wisconsin. The company, which offers design and manufacturing services for medical devices, including inhalers, has … [Read more...] about Philips-Medisize to be acquired by Golden State Capital
3M DDS to expand UK MDI facility
According to 3M Drug Delivery Systems, the company will increase the capacity of its Loughborough, UK MDI facility by more than 20%. No additional details were provided. 3M DDS VP of Inhalation Drug Delivery Marcello Napol said, “Since developing the first MDI almost 60 years ago, 3M has continued pioneering in inhalation drug delivery, and this expansion of our … [Read more...] about 3M DDS to expand UK MDI facility
Copley to launch fluticasone propionate testing accessories at RDD
Copley Scientific will launch several new cascade impactor accessories designed to meet requirements for testing of fluticasone propionate inhalation powder set out in a new USP monograph at RDD 2014, the company has said. The new accessories include a glass dose uniformity sampling apparatus (DUSA) and a fluticasone propionate-specific induction port and … [Read more...] about Copley to launch fluticasone propionate testing accessories at RDD
Next Breath certified by ANVISA as Center for Pharmaceutical Equivalence
Contract research organization Next Breath has announced that it has been certified as a Center for Pharmaceutical Equivalence (EQFAR) by the Brazilian National Health Surveillance Agency (ANVISA) subsequent to a week-long audit of its quality systems by ANVISA conducted in November 2013. The certification means that Next Breath is now the only laboratory outside of … [Read more...] about Next Breath certified by ANVISA as Center for Pharmaceutical Equivalence
Spacer manufacturer Medical Developments partners with Asthma UK
Medical Developments UK (MDUK) has announced that it will donate 25p from the sale of each of its pMDI spacers in the UK to Asthma UK. MDUK is part of Medical Developments International, whose Space Chamber line of valved holding chambers was launched in the spring of 2013. The company also markets a portable nebulizer. Asthma UK Clinical Lead Deborah Waddell … [Read more...] about Spacer manufacturer Medical Developments partners with Asthma UK
Gerresheimer expands US inhaler manufacturing capacity
Device manufacturer Gerresheimer has announced that it is adding 60,000 sq ft to its production facility in Peachtree City, GA in order to accommodate increased demand for inhalers and other plastic medical devices. Approximately 40,000 sq ft of the expansion will be devoted to ISO class 8 clean room space. The company says that it will spend "double digit million … [Read more...] about Gerresheimer expands US inhaler manufacturing capacity
ITCM is now Molins Technologies
As of February 26, 2014, filling and packaging systems maker ITCM has changed its name to Molins Technologies, bringing the company's brand into line with parent company Molins PLC. As part of the rebranding effort, the company has updated its web site and email addresses. Molins Technologies services related to OINDP filling and packaging remain the same as those … [Read more...] about ITCM is now Molins Technologies