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Aptar Pharma is introducing two new eDevices, an electronic dose counter and an electronic lockout mechanism for nasal and sub-lingual spray pumps. The new devices can help products meet regulatory requirements for the delivery of controlled substances and are meant to help improve patient compliance. According to the company, the e-Dose Counter features a large, … [Read more...] about Aptar introduces electronic dose counter and lockout for nasal sprays

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

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

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

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 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

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

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