Coronavirus: Everything you need to know
Coronavirus: Everything you need to know: China coronavirus: All you need to know – A new virus has killed 81 people in China and infected almost 3,000 people, with cases confirmed in several countries.
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There been a run of surgical masks in the US because of the coronavirus scare. You don’t need them, physicians say
In Wuhan, China, where the novel coronavirus has killed at least 106 people and sickened 4,515 more, wearing face masks is mandatory. Half a world way in the US, major retailers are selling out of basic surgical masks amid panic from consumers.(So far, there have been five confirmed cases of coronavirus here.)Surgical masks are a […]
How possible contaminants are investigated
The analytical stages when a suspected issue is found in a product Contamination is arguably one of the greatest concerns in pharmaceutical manufacture, potentially compromising the final product. But when a problem is found, quick action by a Qualified Person (QP) and further analysis can make sure any problem is limited and patients are protected. […]
Low generic-drug prices exacerbate drug shortages: FDA
More drugs are in short supply for longer periods of time due to a fundamentally flawed pharmaceutical supply chain, according to a new report. The number of ongoing drug shortages has increased from 2017 to 2018 after declining from a peak in 2011. Shortages have also been lasting longer, in some cases more than eight […]
From Our President: A Bitter Pill to Swallow
Consumer Reports examines why prescription drug prices are rising so sharply—and how to lower your drug costs As consumers, we know the difference between products we want and products we need. For luxury or convenience items, it’s easy enough to hold off on a purchase if our budget demands it—but for the things we can’t […]
Canada releases final amendments to Patented Medicines Pricing Regulations; in force July 1, 2020
This morning, Health Canada announced the final amendments to the Patented Medicines Regulations (see news release here and RIAS here). These amendments represent the first substantive revision to the Regulations since their introduction in 1987, and a significant departure from the existing framework. The amended Regulations will come into force on July 1, 2020 […]
Doctors more likely to recommend antihistamines rather than cough and cold medicine for kids
For respiratory infections in children under 12, physicians are increasingly more likely to recommend antihistamines and less likely to recommend cough and cold medicines, a new study found. Antihistamines are widely used over-the-counter to treat various allergic conditions. However, these medicines have little known benefit for children with colds, and some older antihistamines cause sedation […]
The Conflict between Generic vs. Branded Medicines in India
According to WHO statistics, almost half of the world’s population is deprived of standard health coverage. ‘Health for all’ has been a shout out of WHO and consistently works on improving health facilities across the globe. Equal access to health, clean water and sanitation has been a question and priority of India. Besides, the […]
Mechanisms of Antibiotic Action
Antibiotics are used in medicine and agriculture against bacterial infections and bacterial growth in food. There are several classes of antibiotic, and this article explains the bacteriocidal or bacteriostatic activity of each. Penicillin Penicillin was the first antibiotic to be discovered. Ernest Fleming discovered penicillin in 1928 when he accidentally left bacterial cultures uncovered […]
Generic medicines critical to achieve the vision of affordable healthcare for all
In line with the government’s vision of affordable and accessible healthcare for all, it would be worthwhile for public and private players to come together and work on a roadmap to resolve some of these teething issues. Siddharth Gadia and Girish Agarwal, Founders, Generico, give an insight 62-year-old Bhagat (name changed upon patient’s request) […]
