Pharmaceutical & Cosmetic Review

Pharmaceutical manufacturing

1 week ago

Breaking new ground: Pharma warehouse in Joburg

A new pharmaceutical warehouse in Johannesburg is revolutionising South Africa’s healthcare logistics. Bidvest International Logistics (BIL) unveils a cutting-edge storage facility, which meets rising distribution demands while adhering to strict regulatory guidelines. A strategic location BIL’s new pharmaceutical warehouse in Johannesburg is situated near O.R. Tambo International Airport. This strategic location enhances accessibility to air...
3 weeks ago

SA’s breakthrough: Locally manufactured cholera vaccine

South Africa has reached a historic milestone with the launch of clinical trials for its first locally manufactured cholera vaccine. This marks a giant leap towards vaccine independence and bolstering Africa’s health security. Significant advancement in local manufacturing Biovac, in collaboration with the South African Medical Research Council, started the vaccine trials at the Perinatal...
27 Sep 2025

galenIQ granulation binder for continuous manufacturing

Pharma manufacturing is shifting gears towards greater efficiency and innovation. In line with this shift, BENEO offers galenIQ™ – an extraordinary granulation binder. This product will be showcased by BENEO at CPHI Europe 2025. Visit Stand 8.0L70 at Messe Frankfurt to discover how galenIQ™ meets the growing demand for continuous manufacturing solutions in pharmaceuticals. As...
25 Sep 2025

Miele glasswashers: An efficient solution for South African labs

Miele professional glasswashers for South African laboratories Pharmaceutical laboratories in South Africa face unique challenges, from maintaining the highest regulatory standards to saving resources in operations. Miele professional glasswashers for South African laboratories offer a cutting-edge solution designed to enhance efficiency, save time and ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). With Labotec as the...
20 Aug 2025

IQ/OQ certification: Ensure compliance with Labotec’s expertise

Why IQ/OQ qualification matters in South Africa’s pharmaceutical industry In the pharmaceutical industry, it is crucial to ensure your equipment meets stringent regulatory standards. Installation qualification (IQ), operational qualification (OQ) and performance qualification (PQ) form the backbone of quality assurance protocols that validate equipment throughout the manufacturing process. Labotec, a leading supplier of laboratory equipment...
01 Aug 2025

Pelargonium cold and flu remedy gains global spotlight

A South African plant with global impact – Pelargonium cold and flu remedy Southern Africa harbours a botanical treasure that is finally receiving its scientific due. Meet Pelargonium sidoides – a South African plant proving its efficacy in combating colds and flu. Indigenous to the Eastern Cape, Free State, and Lesotho, Pelargonium showcases how traditional...
08 Jul 2025

Bruker's ALPHA II: a compact quality control solution

The ALPHA II compact FT-IR spectrometer is a revolutionary instrument aimed at advancing pharmaceutical quality control in South Africa. Designed for reliability, efficiency, and adherence to regulatory requirements, this small yet powerful instrument from Bruker caters to the stringent validation and quality assurance needs of pharmaceutical manufacturing. The ALPHA II was showcased at Bruker’s exhibition stand...
28 May 2025

Wacker-Expression partnership to transform lentiviral gene therapy production

Wacker Biotech and Expression Manufacturing announce strategic partnership to accelerate the development of lentiviral-based gene and cell therapies. In response to the growing demand for high-quality, scalable lentiviral vectors crucial in advancing innovative gene therapies, Wacker Biotech and Expression Manufacturing have entered into a strategic collaboration. The goal is to advance the development and manufacturing...
30 Apr 2025

Pharmintech 2025 to explore tomorrow’s pharma frontiers

Pavilion 2 at Fiera Milano, Italy will host conferences and round tables on crucial topics for the pharmaceutical world including biotech, new technologies and sustainability. The new edition of Pharmintech, scheduled for 27 to 30 May 2025 at Fiera Milano, Italy is approaching. The presence of market-leading exhibitors and an events programme managed and sponsored...
11 Mar 2025

Cannabis processing solutions for laboratories

The cannabis industry’s growth has propelled the need for efficient processing techniques in laboratories, catering to expanding applications in healthcare. This article provides lab professionals with a detailed walkthrough of cannabis processing, highlighting the techniques and equipment used at every stage. 1. Extraction methods The first and crucial step in cannabis processing is the extraction...