October, 2021

article thumbnail

Fungus-derived cancer killing drug by Oxford University shows promise

Pharma Times

A chemotherapy drug, NUC-7738, which is derived from a Himalayan fungus has been found to have 40 times greater potency in killing cancer cells than its original parent compound.

article thumbnail

Merck Says Its Antiviral Pill Is Effective Against Covid

NY Times

The drug maker will seek authorization for molnupiravir, the first drug of its kind for Covid. Experts said such pills could be a powerful tool against the virus.

144
144
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Trending Sources

article thumbnail

Generic Portfolio Management, Partnering with Brands, and Staying Competitive

Drug Patent Watch

This is my talk from the 14th Annual Portfolio Planning and Partnership for Generic Conference. I discuss: Identifying generic entry opportunities at the earliest stages Discovering opportunities that avoid litigation…. The post Generic Portfolio Management, Partnering with Brands, and Staying Competitive appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

137
137
article thumbnail

A test of NICE’s resolve: clinical guidelines for Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS)

pharmaphorum

The work of the UK’s HTA body, the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), is often heatedly debated, and this time it’s for holding back a clinical guideline. Leela Barham looks into the controversy. Updating a previous clinical guideline. NICE began their work to update a 2007 clinical guideline on Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) in January 2018.

131
131
article thumbnail

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

article thumbnail

Open Source “Wikipedia” for Drug Discovery

Pharma Mirror

By Kambiz Shekdar, Ph.D. Open source drug discovery was proposed in the past in connection with third-world diseases like tuberculosis and malaria, but it is in the context of first-world indications where it is needed most. Despite untold investment by numerous pharmaceutical companies, FDA-approved drugs that target critical brain functions and conditions like anxiety, depression, and sedation continue to present severe and unpredictable side effects, including suicidal ideation.

article thumbnail

‘Digital transformation’ requires enterprise-wide change: Rockwell Automation

Outsourcing Pharma

To fully reap the benefits of tech advances, a company leader advises, a life-sciences firm must embrace change and connection throughout the operation.

126
126

More Trending

article thumbnail

Pfizer says new data show booster shots of its vaccine are highly protective against Covid.

NY Times

The company said that in a study, boosters cut down the number of breakthrough infections among fully vaccinated people by more than 95 percent.

Vaccines 145
article thumbnail

Are You a Woman in Healthcare? 6 Tips for Advancing Your Leadership Skills & Opportunities

Pharma Marketing Network

At the 7 th Advancing Women’s Leadership Skills & Opportunities in Pharma & Healthcare conference, top executives from across the pharmaceutical industry gathered to share their personal stories of success and perseverance to educate and inspire the next generation of female leaders. Despite a growing emphasis on diversity & inclusion and a more accepted understanding of the business impact that can be achieved through greater gender balance in organizational leadership, women still

article thumbnail

COVID-19 has propelled the regulatory industry years ahead

pharmaphorum

Janssen’s Saskia De Haes, VP EMEA Regulatory Affairs, looks at how the pandemic response has shaped tomorrow’s regulatory landscape. In my 26 years of industry experience, I’ve often found the regulatory process to have plenty of opportunities to become more efficient and faster. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, it lit a fire under the regulatory system.

Vaccines 143
article thumbnail

CPhI Worldwide: 9-11 November 2021 in Milan, Italy

Pharma Mirror

“In a year when literally hundreds of our exhibitors have contributed to overcoming COVID, the greatest healthcare challenge of recent times, we are delighted to be welcoming back the pharma community. CPhI Worldwide is an essential conduit in helping pharma supply chains work, partners meet, empowering the industry with learning. But this year, more than ever, the event will also be a celebration of everything pharma has achieved.

98
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Potential COVID-19 treatment to wrap up Phase III trial

Outsourcing Pharma

Appili Therapeutics reports it has enrolled the last patient for its Phase III study of Avigan/Reeqonus (favipiravir), developed in alliance with AiPharma.

117
117
article thumbnail

Priority review for Novartis CAR-T cell therapy Kymriah

Pharma Times

Novartis is eyeing approval for Kymriah to treat adult patients with relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma

154
154
article thumbnail

F.D.A. to Allow ‘Mix and Match’ Approach for Covid Booster Shots

NY Times

The agency may act this week, when it is expected to authorize booster shots for recipients of the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines.

Vaccines 145
article thumbnail

Three Ways Pharma Advertisers Can Benefit from Attention Metrics

Pharma Marketing Network

By: Marc Guldimann, Co-founder and CEO, Adelaide. Targeting and attribution challenges are universal, but pharmaceutical advertisers encounter several unique hurdles with digital advertising. Given their often niche content, pharma marketers must target smaller, more exclusive audiences to drive results while developing impactful creative. Reaching these audiences is further complicated by HIPAA and FTC regulations — not to mention international laws like GDPR and the gradual deprecation of thir

HIPAA 98
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

FDA clears AI-powered digital test for early dementia

pharmaphorum

The FDA has approved an artificial intelligence-based test for early detection of dementia that can be carried out on an iPad in five minutes. The CognICA Integrated Cognitive Assessment (ICA) test developed by London, UK-based company Cognetivity Neurosciences has been approved by the FDA as an alternative to traditional pen-and-paper tests with some key advantages, according to its developer.

131
131
article thumbnail

Pharmapack Europe 2021 Award Winners Announced

Pharma Mirror

Paris, Pharmapack Europe (#PharmapackEU) announce the winners of the 2021 Pharmapack Awards and, due to the exceptional quality of this year’s entries, seven winners have been chosen across both the ‘Exhibitor Innovation’ and ‘Health Product’ awards. The Exhibitor Innovation awards recognise four winners plus one highly commended product. EVEON was given the ‘routes of administration’ innovation award for their Intuity® Spray.

article thumbnail

Informatics useful in advancing personalized medicine: Washington University

Outsourcing Pharma

A representative from the school explains how tools like artificial intelligence and natural language processing can help elevate personalized medicine.

105
105
article thumbnail

AstraZeneca pursues approval for COVID-19 antibody cocktail

Pharma Times

AstraZeneca has submitted an emergency approval to the US drug regulators for its COVID-19 antibody cocktail, which would be the first non-vaccine protection from the virus to be granted approval.

Vaccines 121
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Moderna, Racing for Profits, Keeps Covid Vaccine Out of Reach of Poor

NY Times

Some poorer countries are paying more and waiting longer for the company’s vaccine than the wealthy — if they have access at all.

Vaccines 145
article thumbnail

10 Tips On How To Get Started With Agile Marketing

Pharma Marketing Network

What is Agile Marketing Exactly? Agile marketing is the application of agile values and principles to manage the way a marketing team gets work done. At its core, an agile approach values flexibility, iteration, and speed. It enables you to quickly learn what does and does not work, so you can incrementally improve the results of your marketing efforts.*. * Source: AHA!

94
article thumbnail

Twin Health raises $140m for “digital twin” diabetes reversal app

pharmaphorum

The developer of a toolkit that promises to create a “digital twin” of individuals with chronic metabolic diseases like diabetes to help model the impact of lifestyle changes has secured $140 million in funding to develop the technology. US and India-based Twin Health says the Whole Body Digital Twin platform uses Internet of Things (IoT) sensors and self-reported data within an artificial intelligence-driven software platform to generate a virtual copy of a person’s unique met

Diabetes 143
article thumbnail

Conducting Patient Access in an Evolving Market

Drug Channels

Today’s guest post comes from Bill Dupere, Practice Lead and VP of Market Access Solutions and Eric Willis, VP of Operations Hub and Reimbursement Services at TrialCard. Bill and Eric discuss the complexities of digital patient support program technologies and introduce TrialCard’s integrated suite of solutions. To learn more, please contact Trialcard at sales@trialcard.com or visit them in booth #416 at the upcoming Asembia Specialty Pharmacy Summit from October 26 to 29, 2021.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

RWD from community registries adds long COVID understanding: IQVIA

Outsourcing Pharma

An epidemiologist from the healthcare data specialist offers perspective on how real-world data can help get to the heart of long-lasting COVID research.

98
article thumbnail

UK’s first ‘asthma bus’ to support NHS respiratory service

Pharma Times

The UK’s first ‘asthma bus’ is set to begin its journey around the country, aiming to offer crucial support to pressured NHS respiratory services, as asthma sufferers have admitted to delaying care during the pandemic to avoid the risk of catching COVID-19.

110
110
article thumbnail

Merck Says It Has First Effective Antiviral Pill for Covid

NY Times

The drug maker will seek authorization for molnupiravir, the first drug of its kind for Covid. Experts said such pills could be a powerful tool against the virus.

105
105
article thumbnail

Development of Generic Drug Products by Pharmaceutical Industries Considering Regulatory Aspects: A Review

Drug Patent Watch

This paper was originally published by Md. Imtiaz Hasan et al in Journal of Biosciences and Medicines under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License Abstract Development of generic drug product…. The post Development of Generic Drug Products by Pharmaceutical Industries Considering Regulatory Aspects: A Review appeared first on DrugPatentWatch - Make Better Decisions.

87
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

The ‘patient of the future’ is driving radical innovation in healthcare

pharmaphorum

Digital data collection, utilisation of real-word data and patient-centric thinking will all contribute to the rapid development of a new healthcare landscape, says Debiopharm Innovation Fund’s Tanja Dowe. In recent years, we have seen thinking shift from focusing on a disease’s treatment to seriously considering the wider potential for its prevention, enabled by dramatic advances in data science and supported by a pressing need to reduce healthcare costs.

Hospitals 132
article thumbnail

Follow the Vial: The Buy-and-Bill System for Distributing and Reimbursing Provider-Administered Outpatient Drugs

Drug Channels

By reader request, we present below a channel flow chart illustrating the buy-and-bill process for provider-administered drugs. This chart complements Follow the Dollar: The U.S. Pharmacy Distribution and Reimbursement System for Patient-Administered, Outpatient Brand-name Drugs. To further help you understand this channel, I have also included a brief video to explain the buy-and-bill system.

article thumbnail

Merck: COVID-19 oral antiviral drug reduces risk of death

Outsourcing Pharma

The pharma firm reports molnupiravir was shown to cut risk of hospitalization or death by 50% compared to placebos in a positive interim Phase III analysis.

article thumbnail

Phase III trial shows AZ’s liver cancer combination improves overall survival

Pharma Times

Patients in the trial were those with unresectable hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) who had not received systemic therapy treatment previously, and were not eligible for localised treatment

110
110
article thumbnail

Oklahoma to Continue Lethal Injections After Man Vomits During Execution

NY Times

It was the state’s first lethal injection since 2015, when it halted executions after using the wrong drug in one instance and allowing a prisoner to regain consciousness in another.

98