Tue.Dec 24, 2024

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Namit Joshi takes charge as Chairman of Pharmexcil

Express Pharma

Namit Joshi assumed charge as Chairman of the Pharmaceuticals Export Promotion Council of India (PHARMEXCIL) during the 20 th Annual General Meeting held on December 23, 2024. He was elevated to the present post after serving two years as Vice Chairman of Pharmexcil. He currently holds the role of Commercial Director of Centrient Pharmaceuticals (Bain Capital company), managing region East which includes Asia and Africa.

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Sanofi takes SK Bio-partnered pneumococcal shot into phase 3

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Sanofi has moved ahead with plans to challenge Pfizer and MSD for a piece of the market for pneumococcal vaccines.

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Eco-conscious packaging: A strategic opportunity

Express Pharma

For patients, medicines are the difference between life and death, a good day or a painful one. But the onus of delivering on this promise rests on the product pack. Ironically, the part of the product most important to ensuring its worth is worthless and even considered an ecological burden after its job is done. The impact of packaging is felt only when it does not do its job and therefore pharmaceutical companies have traditionally invested quite a bit on product packs, also using them as par

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AZ gets EU okay for Tagrisso in early-stage lung cancer

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AstraZeneca's EGFR inhibitor Tagrisso has become the first drug in the class to be approved in the EU for a form of early-stage lung cancer.

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From Diagnosis to Delivery: How AI is Revolutionizing the Patient Experience

Speaker: Simran Kaur, Founder & CEO at Tattva Health Inc.

The healthcare landscape is being revolutionized by AI and cutting-edge digital technologies, reshaping how patients receive care and interact with providers. In this webinar led by Simran Kaur, we will explore how AI-driven solutions are enhancing patient communication, improving care quality, and empowering preventive and predictive medicine. You'll also learn how AI is streamlining healthcare processes, helping providers offer more efficient, personalized care and enabling faster, data-driven

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Operating losses of e-pharmacies seen falling below 10 per cent next fiscal

Express Pharma

Indias online pharmacy sector is on course to reduce operating losses (1) to below 10 per cent next fiscal from over 30 per cent in fiscal 2023, by sharpening focus on high-margin product segments and operational efficiencies. Cash losses, though on the decline, will continue for the next two fiscals due to high operational costs and intense competition.

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FDA approves flurry of drugs ahead of holiday season

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The FDA has wrapped up a series of new approvals as 2024 draws to a close, with Novo Nordisk, Pfizer, Vertex, and Hikma among the beneficiaries.

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Daiichi and AZ pull Dato-DXd filing in Europe too

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AstraZeneca and Daiichi Sankyo have decided to voluntarily withdraw their EU marketing application for Dato-DXd in lung cancer.

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GEMMABio raises $34m to advance gene therapy programmes 

Pharmaceutical Technology

This seed funding comes after GEMMABio secured $100m in October through a partnership with Brazilian supplier Fiocruz.

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Where do we stand with clinical trial digitalisation?

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Discover the current status of digitalisation in clinical trials and its impact on the industry. Explore the progress and challenges of moving towards digitised clinical trial processes.

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RAPT Therapeutics and Shanghai Jemincare sign anti-IgE antibody agreement

Pharmaceutical Technology

RAPT Therapeutics and Shanghai Jemincare Pharmaceutical have signed an exclusive agreement for RPT904 to treat various allergic conditions.

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Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide

Managing HR tasks like payroll, compliance, and employee data can overwhelm small businesses. That’s where a Human Capital Management (HCM) solution comes in. Our eBook, Why Every Small Business Needs an HCM Solution: A Comprehensive Guide , shows how an HCM system automates tedious processes, ensuring your business stays compliant and efficient. You’ll learn how to simplify payroll, eliminate costly errors, and empower your employees with self-service tools.

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FDA Approves Hikma’s Generic GLP-1 Agonist for Type 2 Diabetes

PharmExec

Approval marks the first generic version of liraglutide injection, referencing Victoza, for improving glycemic control in adults and children aged 10 years and older with type 2 diabetes, alongside diet and exercise.

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Novo gets the green light for once-daily haemophilia drug following setbacks 

Pharmaceutical Technology

The FDA initially rejected the marketing application for Alhemo in 2022, asking for additional data on dosing and monitoring.

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Pharma Pulse 12/24/24: How Telehealth and Pharma are Partnering to Revolutionize Healthcare, The Influence of Vaping on Smoking Cessation & more

Pharmaceutical Commerce

The latest news for pharma industry insiders.

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AstraZeneca’s Tagrisso gains EC approval for NSCLC treatment

Pharmaceutical Technology

AstraZeneca has gained approval from the European Commission for its oral therapy, Tagrisso (osimertinib), to treat adults with NSCLC.

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Best Practices to Streamline Compensation Management: A Foundation for Growth

Speaker: Joe Sharpe and James Carlson

Payroll optimization can be one of the most time-consuming and complex factors of small business management. Yet, organizations that crack the code on streamlining employee compensation often discover innovative avenues for growth. With the right strategies in place, outsourcing and streamlining payroll processes can result in substantial time and resource savings.

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Pharma Pulse 12/24/24: Forecasting the 2025 Healthcare Logistics Space, Tech Industry on Cusp of AI Slowdow? & more

PharmExec

OncLive serves as the connection to oncology, including groundbreaking cancer news and interviews with top oncologists in multimedia formats.

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Process Development Benefits from Automated Analytical Technologies

PharmaTech

Cytiva's Nicolas Pivet, vice-president and general manager, Technology Solutions, emphasizes how automation benefits process development, particularly in the analytical space.

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Humans of Pharma

PharmaState Academy

Humans of PHARMA Platform by PharmaState Academy aims to create an environment of optimism, positive growth for the pharma industry.

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Basilea receives additional funding from CARB-X to advance antibiotic candidate

Pharmaceutical Business Review

BAL2420 is a lipooligosaccharide phosphoethanolamine transferase A (LptA) inhibitor, a new class of antibiotics with bactericidal activity against Gram-negative bacteria, including drug-resistant strains. The additional CARB-X funding is supported by the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS); Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority; Antibacterials branch; Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response; and includes contributions from Germanys Federal Ministry of

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Enhance Healthcare Efficiency With Top Payroll & HCM Services

Running a healthcare facility requires precision and care, not just for patients but also for your staff. Our guide, "A Buyer’s Guide to Payroll & HCM Services," helps healthcare providers choose the best provider. Efficient payroll management ensures timely, accurate payments, critical for maintaining staff morale and trust. Compliance support helps navigate complex healthcare regulations and avoid costly fines.

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Transforming autoimmune disease therapy: Post-ACR 2024 perspectives on cell therapies

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Explore the latest perspectives on cell therapies for autoimmune disease treatment post-ACR 2024 and how they are transforming therapy options.

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Popular DSCSA Pieces Throughout the Year

Pharmaceutical Commerce

The Drug Supply Chain Security Act was a major coverage area for Pharma Commerce in 2024.

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The Power of AI: Personalized Medicine and Predictive Analytics

PharmExec

In this part of his Pharmaceutical Executive video interview, Peter Ax, CEO of UpScriptHealth, shares some specific examples of how AI is being used to personalize treatment plans, monitor patient progress, and identify potential issues.

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Innovation, Collaboration, and Performance Were Highlights for EMA in 2024

PharmaTech

Emer Cooke, executive director of EMA, is encouraged by the competitiveness of the European pharmaceutical market.

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Position Your Pharmacy for Expansion

Speaker: Chris Antypas and Josh Halladay

Access to limited distribution drugs and payer contracts are key to pharmacy expansion. But how do you prepare your operations to take the next step? Meaningful data: Collect and share clinical data regarding outcomes, utilization, and more Reporting: Limited distribution models require efficient tracking and reporting systems Workflows: Align workflows with specific pharma and payer contractual requirements For in-depth, expert insights on pharmacy expansion, watch this webinar from Inovalon.

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ASHP Midyear: Pharmacists Play Key Role in Comprehensive COPD Management, Emphasizing Cost Considerations

Pharmacy Times

Pharmacists can significantly improve chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) management by promoting non-pharmacological interventions.

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How retractions get weaponized on social media

STAT

Retractions are a sign that science is working as it should.  When papers turn out to be flawed, journals typically correct the record to stem the spread of incorrect information and clarify that the other work in their catalogue can be trusted. In just one recent high-profile example, the International Journal of Antimicrobial Agents this week retracted a controversial paper on hydroxychloroquine as an effective treatment for Covid-19 that had drawn ample criticism over methodological and

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Mild IVIG-Related Adverse Events Are Frequent in Children, With Serious Reactions Possible

Pharmacy Times

Factors associated with intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG)-related adverse events include older age, dehydration, and administration of multiple IVIG infusions.

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Opinion: The head of the Catholic Health Association calls for healing of the broken medical system

STAT

In the wake of the tragic murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, all of us who serve in health care must take time to pause and reflect on how we move forward. As a religious sister and leader of the Catholic Health Association of the United States, my reflection on this tragedy has called me to think more deeply about the season of Advent and the meaning of Christmas.

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5 Reasons to Upgrade Your Pharmacy Management Software

Are you still using workarounds to manage your daily operations? To achieve peak performance, it's time to explore other options for specialty and infusion pharmacy software. Streamline pharmacy operations and improve clinical performance with automated processing, real-time data exchange, and electronic decision support. Download this helpful infographic to: Drive efficiency and patient adherence from referral receipt to delivery and ongoing care – all with our Pharmacy Cloud.

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Dupilumab Lowers Incidence of Psychiatric and Sleep Disorders in Patients With Atopic Dermatitis

Pharmacy Times

The monoclonal antibody demonstrates the ability to reduce the incidence and improve symptoms related to sleep disorders and psychiatric disorders such as anxiety.

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Why bone marrow transplants are becoming less common

STAT

Blood stem cell transplants have been central players in treating blood cancers for decades. These procedures can improve patients’ chances of survival and can even offer the opportunity for a cure in some cases. But over the last decade, physicians say they’ve started doing transplants for fewer cancer types, particularly lymphomas, and are instead reaching first for newer immune or targeted therapies that are safer and often more effective.

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RECAP: 2024 Updates in the GLP-1 Space

Pharmacy Times

Despite the explosion of public interest in these drugs, ongoing shortages and debates over compounding made access difficult.

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Exclusive interview with Bharat Bhardwaj, Vice President and General Manager – APAC, Agilent

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Bharat Bhardwaj, Vice President and General Manager APAC, Agilent highlights Agilents 25-year legacy of incorporating customer feedback early in the product innovation cycle, as reflected in the USPs of the two newly launched products: the Infinity III LC Series and New ProteoAnalyzer System In an exclusive interview with Express Pharma, Bharat Bhardwaj, Vice President and General Manager APAC, Agilent ties the evolving trends in the biopharma sector, like increased automation, focus on cost r

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Study: Shingles Could Significantly Increase Risk of Dementia and Parkinson Disease

Pharmacy Times

Researchers recommend early vaccination against herpes zoster to mitigate the risks.