Team Consulting is introducing its new Occoris inhaler engine technology designed specifically for the delivery of API-only formulations for systemic therapies. The flexible Occoris system offers repeatable delivery of a wide range of dose sizes with no carrier necessary, Team says, facilitating pulmonary delivery of vaccines, analgesics, insulin, and other … [Read more...] about Team Consulting introduces new API-only dry powder inhaler technology
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Aptar launches new capsule-based inhaler
Aptar Pharma has announced the launch of the Twister capsule-based dry powder inhaler. The new DPI is intended to provide a cost-effective dry powder alternative to metered dose inhalers (MDIs), especially in the third world, the company says, with the aim of permitting "a wider range of asthma sufferers to not only gain better access to medication but also become … [Read more...] about Aptar launches new capsule-based inhaler
3MDDS expands pMDI manufacturing capacity
3M Drug Delivery Systems has announced an expansion of its pressurized metered dose inhaler (pMDI) manufacturing capacity at its Northridge, CA facility. The company is adding a pressure fill line to the existing cold fill line in the Northridge facility, which is one of four 3MDDS MDI filling sites worldwide. The company also announced the establishment of a … [Read more...] about 3MDDS expands pMDI manufacturing capacity
Copley introducing new breath simulator
Copley Scientific will be introducing its new BRS 3000 breath simulator for the testing of metered dose inhalers (MDIs) and dry powder inhalers (DPIs) at RDD 2012. The company previously introduced its BRS 2000 breath simulator for nebulisers at ISAM 2011. According to the company, "The BRS 3000 allows users to precisely define and apply breathing profiles that mimic … [Read more...] about Copley introducing new breath simulator
New OINDP testing consultancy launched
Inhalation testing specialist Frank Chambers has launched a new analytical consultancy specializing in OINDP testing called Inhalytic. Chambers, whose most recent position was as Senior Scientist at AstraZeneca, where he performed analytical research on inhaler products, is a member of the EPAG Impactor sub-team and has published numerous scientific articles. … [Read more...] about New OINDP testing consultancy launched
Aptar introduces electronic dose counter and lockout for nasal sprays
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
Lustren Consulting now offering inhalation device development services
Launched officially on January 1, 2012, Lustren Consulting is now offering "specialist management consultancy for device development in the healthcare industry" with particular expertise in inhalation device development. The company, which was unofficially introduced at DDL 22. says that it is "focused on helping clients achieve their device related business goals and … [Read more...] about Lustren Consulting now offering inhalation device development services
John Thievon named President of Dey Pharma
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 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