Human gene therapy products, like other medicines, may be eligible for an orphan drug status or designation provided sponsors can demonstrate that the product can treat a rare disease and that they can prove a scientific rationale basis for product’s effectiveness in treating the rare disease. If the eligibility criteria is met, then the orphan […]
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Regulatory agencies across the globe are committed to ensuring that patients and the public have timely access to safe, effective, and high-quality medicines. They make significant developments, be it revision of guidelines to provide industry with robust support & guidance or expediting review and response times. Recently, the US FDA issued a guidance document for
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Human gene therapy represents a groundbreaking frontier in medicinal products for treating complex diseases. This therapy aims to transform gene expressions or modify cellular properties for therapeutic purposes. Regulatory agencies support this innovation by ensuring the required guidelines are in place. For example, the US FDA stands as a guiding beacon for sponsors that wish
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Biological products are derived from living organisms or cells encompass a wide array of essential medical interventions, including vaccines, gene therapy products, and blood derivatives. Thus, these products are relatively complex in nature which is why there is a need to maintain heightened vigilance and continuously monitor their safety and efficacy. It is crucial to
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Advanced rare disease drug developers are companies or organizations that specialize in the research and development of treatments for rare diseases. Developing drugs for rare diseases poses unique challenges due to small patient populations, genetic variations, and the need for novel endpoint selection. In response, the FDA has allocated resources through initiatives like Prescription Drug
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In the development of the UK’s medical device industry, a consortium of Approved Bodies (AB) united under the banner of the UK Association for Medical Device Approved Bodies, or simply, Team-AB. This coalition marks a landmark as these bodies converge to advocate for cohesive regulations in the evolving landscape of medical device oversight. The genesis
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In the emerging boom of biopharmaceuticals, the remarkable advancements in cell and gene therapy (CGT) have ushered in a new era of medical possibilities. These groundbreaking treatments have the potential to revolutionize medicine, offering hope to patients with previously untreatable conditions. However, with innovation comes the need for strong regulatory frameworks to ensure safety, efficacy,
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The onset of the coronavirus, or COVID-19, created havoc across the globe since its emergence in December 2019 in Wuhan, China, and fast spreading potential. Though no longer considered a “public health emergency” (under section 319 of the Public Health Services Act), the virus and its new strains are still actively circulating. This requires rigorous
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In the realm of healthcare, patients have a fundamental right to transparency and information regarding the procedures they undergo particularly with respect to medical devices used for surgical procedures. One often overlooks the aspect of this right which is the traceability labels for medical devices used in surgical procedures regardless of whether the device is
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Regulatory scrutiny for abbreviated new drug applications (ANDAs) places a strong focus on the accuracy and completeness of ANDA labels. Not only does this provide comprehensive information to healthcare professionals, but it also communicates information on medication usage and potential risks to ensure patients get clear and detailed information. This meticulous review process highlights the
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