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February 13, 2019

Industry Weighs In on Mfg Issues to Mitigate Drug Shortages by Patricia Van Arnum, DCAT Editorial Director The formation of the FDA’s Drug Shortage Task Force last year has engendered recommendations by industry stakeholders to mitigate drug shortages, including proposals for production-transparency requirements, incentives for manufacturers, and a manufacturing rating system. What is the latest? Read More

Drug Pricing: Congress, President, Industry In Debate by Patricia Van Arnum, DCAT Editorial Director The policy debate on drug pricing is heating up as the US Senate is scheduled to hold hearings with pharmaceutical industry CEOs later this month. Also, the Trump Administration has stressed its interest for more drug-pricing transparency and other initiatives to lower the cost of prescription drugs, including the elimination of drug rebates. Read More

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SPONSORED CONTENT Continuous Flow for APIs & Intermediates (Part 2) Cambrex’s Dr. Shawn Conway, Director of Engineering, R&D, outlines how continuous flow processes simplify and break through traditional method limitations to achieve efficiencies in cost, quality and safety. Discussion includes how current workflow practices can be streamlined and improved, demonstrated at Cambrex’s High Point facility. This is followed by insights into how Process Analytical Technology (PAT) can further mitigate common challenges. Read More

DCAT Value Chain Insights: About the Editor Patricia Van Arnum is Editorial Director at the Drug, Chemical & Associated Technologies Association (DCAT), where she is responsible for delivering informational services for DCAT members. She is editor of two weekly editorial newsletters, DCAT Value Chain Insights and Top Industry News . She also supports DCAT’s volunteer committees and task forces that develop educational programs and informational content for DCAT members. Read More

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