Mylan has appointed John Thievon as president of its subsidiary Dey Pharma, whose products include Perforomist formoterol inhalation solution and the EasyVent valved holding chamber for MDIs. Thievon was most recently President and CEO of Middlebrook Pharmaceuticals and was previously Executive VP of Commercial Operations at Adams Respiratory Therapeutics. "I am … [Read more...] about John Thievon named President of Dey Pharma
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Aptar introduces new metering valve at DDL 22
Aptar Pharma launched its new DF30Plus metering valve, an extension of its DF30 line, at DDL 22. According to the company, the new valve is more compatible with a wide range of formulations, including those containing ethanol, and also has "ultra-low extractable levels" and "excellent pressure filling capability." Aptar Pharma Prescription Division's Associate … [Read more...] about Aptar introduces new metering valve at DDL 22
New rapid proof of concept service for dry powder inhalation products from Hovione
Hovione has launched a new service to provide proof of concept formulation for new dry powder formulations within a few weeks. The company says that its Rapid Proof of Concept Study will further simplify DPI development and reduce the time required for development projects. Hovione VP of Pharma & Innovation Peter Villax commented, “This new Rapid Proof of Concept … [Read more...] about New rapid proof of concept service for dry powder inhalation products from Hovione
BASF and Ineos join forces in Styrolution
Inhaler manufacturers who have been purchasing acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) for inhaler housings from either BASF or Ineos will now have a new supplier: Styrolution. Ineos's Lustran, Novodur, and Absolac brands and BASF's Terluran brand will be sold by the new company, a 50/50 joint venture of BASF and Ineos, which is headquartered in Frankfurt/Main, Germany, … [Read more...] about BASF and Ineos join forces in Styrolution
New aerosol measurement book available
Research and Markets is now offering a new 904-page edition of Aerosol Measurement: Principles, Techniques, and Applications edited by Pramod Kulkarni, Paul Baron, and Klaus Willeke, and published by John Wiley and Sons. This is the 3rd edition of the book, which includes chapters on basic principles, techniques, and applications. The latter section includes a chapter … [Read more...] about New aerosol measurement book available
Malvern launches new particle sizing system
Malvern Instruments is introducing the new Mastersizer 3000 laser diffraction particle size analyzer, a small-footprint instrument with a range from 0.01 to 3500 microns. The system offers both wet and dry dispersion, including a selection of wet dispersion accessories and the new Aero S dry powder dispersion unit. Managing Director Paul Walker commented: “We are … [Read more...] about Malvern launches new particle sizing system
Melbourn Scientific to introduce new service at AAPS
In addition to presenting several posters related to OINDP analysis, Melbourn Scientific will also be introducing a new Qualified Person (QP) services at the upcoming American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists (AAPS) annual meeting. The 2011 meeting will be the first AAPS annual meeting attended by Melbourn, marking the UK company's increased presence in the US … [Read more...] about Melbourn Scientific to introduce new service at AAPS
Xcelience adds capacity for clinical trial supplies for DPIs
Contract drug developer Xcelience has added micro-dosing capacity for the manufacturing of clinical supplies for dry powder inhaler delivery systems. The addition of an MG Futura capsule filler, says the company, "improves upon production times, increases overall capacity, and expands upon our existing capabilities for powders, pellets and powder micro-dosing for … [Read more...] about Xcelience adds capacity for clinical trial supplies for DPIs
A new model for vapor deposition in the lung
A group of researchers funded by the Research Institute for Fragrance Materials (RIFM) have developed a new model for vapor deposition in the lung and have published their work in an article titled "Derivation of Mass Transfer Coefficients for Transient Uptake and Tissue Disposition of Soluble and Reactive Vapors in Lung Airways," published in the June 2011 issue of … [Read more...] about A new model for vapor deposition in the lung
Gateway Analytical’s quality management system now ISO accredited
Contract research company Gateway Analytical has received certification under ISO standard 9001:2008 for its analytical laboratory process quality management system. The laboratory, which provides ingredient-specific particle sizing for nasal sprays and inhalers among other services, began operations at its Gibsonia, PA facility in October 2010. Senior VP David … [Read more...] about Gateway Analytical’s quality management system now ISO accredited