Pharmaceutical & Cosmetic Review

Pharmaceutical manufacturing

17 Jan 2020

Growth for large MCap pharma companies in Q3 2019

In Q3 of 2019, 14 pharmaceutical companies listed in the top 20 players by Market Capitalisation (MCap) registered positive performances; however, the top five companies witnessed a five percent decline as compared to Q2, according to data and analytics firm GlobalData. Madeleine Roche, business fundamentals associate analyst, comments: ‘Johnson & Johnson continues to maintain the...
09 Jan 2020

Werum IT Solutions launches a smart biometric authentication solution

Werum IT Solutions has launched K.ME-IN, a biometric authentication solution with Nymi for Werum’s PAS-X Manufacturing Execution System (MES). The new solution will allow users on the pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical shop floor to securely and seamlessly authenticate to systems, devices and machines via a smart wristband. In the future, K.ME-IN will be extended to allow...
11 Dec 2019

Natural and sustainable starch amazes the personal care market

Amaze Nordic Barley, derived from barley starch, addresses the fast-growing consumer demand for natural, biodegradable and clean label ingredients. The certified natural starch can replace petrochemical-based products in a variety of personal care applications. Minimal environmental impact The product is the result of a partnership between Nouryon and Oat Services, a UK company specialising in...
02 Dec 2019

Symrise presents nature identical CBD

Symrise presented a top-class new development at the CPhI in Frankfurt am Main: Canapure. The cannabidiol (CBD) is identical to nature and complies with the guidelines of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), which govern rules of good pharmaceutical manufacturing practice including hygiene requirements and monitoring. Canapure serves as both a valuable active pharmaceutical ingredient and an...
02 Dec 2019

How to identify non-compliances in molded glass bottles for pharmaceuticals

SGD Pharma will launch the first application to identify non-compliances in molded glass bottles intended for the pharmaceutical industry at CPhl WW 2019. Resulting from a development project between SGD Pharma Quality and Marketing departments, this new digital tool makes it possible to identify non-compliances that may be discovered during an incoming inspection or during...
04 Nov 2019

Symrise deodorant active proven to be microbiome friendly

Symrise has launched an in depth investigation into its deodorant active SymDeo B125. Long term efficacy of the active has been known for many years, however Research & Development has discovered additional key advantages: In contrast to the conventional antimicrobial triclosan, SymDeo B125 has no negative impact on the axillary microbiome. Microbiome friendly 10 years...
30 Oct 2019

Keep an eye on the supply chain with Strato International

GTINs on pharma products are rapidly becoming a pre-requisite for traceability from production to delivery to the patient. A locally produced solution is now available to manufacturers which takes into account the South African supply chain and landscape. Strato International, a division of the Techniques Group, provides leading edge track and trace serialisation and anti-counterfeiting...
24 Oct 2019

West Pharmaceutical launches two new syringe and injection innovations

West Pharmaceutical Services, a global leader in innovative solutions for injectable drug administration, has announced two innovative product offerings at the 2019 PDA Universe of Pre-Filled Syringes and Injection Devices (PDA PFS). Innovations on show West is launching NovaPure 3mL Cartridge components, an addition to its NovaPure product line, comprised of plunger and lined seal...
23 Oct 2019

Bodycare from Africa launches online store

Self care and relaxing is now just a click away at Bodycare from Africa’s recently launched online store. On the online store you can find anything from exfoliating shower gels (R64.95) and body scrubs (R69.95) to bath salts (R84.59), body lotions (R69.95) and much more – a paradise of the perfect pamper products. With the...
10 Oct 2019

A new shape for Clere lotion

Beauty editors, bloggers and influencers were recently invited to preview the new shape of Clere’s lotion bottles. The theme of the launch was Your Shape, Your Way – a combined beauty, nutrition and movement that emphasis how all three contribute to a healthier, happier, more beautiful you. ‘The name Clere has been synonymous with soft,...