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6 days ago

SAHPRA denies use of Sputnik V vaccine over concerns it may increase the risk of contracting HIV

SAHPRA is evaluating concerns over the safety of Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine in populations at risk of HIV infection. The regulatory body has been engaged in a rolling review of the data for the vaccine since the initial application was submitted on 23 February 2021. This vaccine was developed by the Gamaleya Research Institute of...
1 week ago

Evonik launches new extruder for liposomal drug manufacturing

Evonik has launched a new version of its industry renowned drug manufacturing equipment LIPEX liposome extruders. LIPEX Flow, which is available worldwide from November 2021, offers drug developers and manufacturers a superior device for bringing liposomal drug products to market. The new device meets the market need for more efficient next-generation high pressure extruders to...
1 week ago

ADCO CBD launches online store with free delivery nationwide

ADCO CBD has relaunched its customer-focussed website and will now incorporate a convenient online store with free delivery nationwide and door-to-door delivery. This simple, modern experience allows consumers to shop, compare, select and buy ADCO CBD health and wellness products from one central technology hub. Relief from stress and pain The CBD market is fast-growing1,...
2 weeks ago

Chemyunion presents Allinea for realigning hair and controlling frizz

The market for perms and straighteners is worth $1 billion worldwide, according to 2020 data from Euromonitor. Although ‘permanent straight’ hair is a strong demand for hair care, consumers are also looking for momentary alternatives with a focus on flexibility, which consequently reduces the interest in aggressive procedures. According to Chemyunion, represented locally by Chemgrit...
2 weeks ago

Dis-Chem submits 300 applications for PIMART permit to expand treatment of HIV at pharmacies

South African pharmacists will shortly be able to prescribe and dispense HIV medication, including PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis) and first line anti-retrovirals, without patients first having to obtain a script from a doctor. The PIMART (Pharmacist-Initiated Management of Antiretroviral Treatment) programme, the first of its kind globally, will improve the accessibility of HIV...
3 weeks ago

Symrise connects science with art in latest edition of its perfumers’ compendium

Symrise is now offering perfumers an updated edition of the detailed information about its fragrance ingredients. The updates include product identification and images and a register of renewable raw materials, among other things. This means that perfumers can recognise fragrance ingredients from renewable raw materials and high-impact fragrance ingredients at a glance with the help...
3 weeks ago

I Holland celebrates 75 years of excellence

As the longest established tablet compression tooling manufacturer in the world, I Holland is celebrating its 75th anniversary. The company has reached this remarkable milestone due to their commitment to research, development and investment which has established the company as the pre-eminent supplier of punches and dies to producers of tablets across the globe. As...
3 weeks ago

Bio-fermented natural extracts – a secret to skin protection

Sanitise is a term used to describe the process of cleaning a surface and making it free of germs. Sanitisers are being used extensively to get rid of viruses and bacteria from hands and surfaces. They are also being sprayed all over the body. As hand wash lotions are not practical everywhere, the usage of...
29 Sep 2021

Merck opens second production line for silica-based pigments

Merck has opened a second production line for silica-based effect pigments in Gernsheim. Around 750 employees work at this site, which is home to Merck’s largest pigment production facility worldwide. Silicon dioxide flakes With this investment, Merck will significantly increase production capacities for silicon dioxide flakes, a special substrate for Merck’s Colorstream and Xirona product...
29 Sep 2021

OM Pharma wins Geneva Economy Award

OM Pharma, a global Geneva-based biopharmaceutical company, leader in the prevention of recurrent respiratory and urinary tract infections, also active in the treatment of vascular diseases, has won the 2021 Geneva Economy Award. The award is presented by the Geneva Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Services (CCIG), the State of Geneva, the Office for the...

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