Page 8 - Pharma

Impact of budget 2017 on healthcare sector: High on ambition, low on vision

It lays out some ambitious targets, but falls short on long term vision, says Dr Dharminder Nagar

Global medical robots market to reach $ 12.80 billion by 2021

Surgical robot systems segment is estimated to command the largest share, says MarketsandMarkets

Zydus Cadila receives US FDA nod for anti-fungal drug fluconazole tablet

It has also received approval for clobetasol propionate spray, used for skin treatment

Allergan acquires Zeltiq for $2.47 billion

It will enhance Allergan's medical aesthetics portfolio with addition of CoolSculpting system

US FDA accepts application of Mylan & Biocon for biosimilar pegfilgrastim

The proposed biosimilar is used to reduce the duration of neutropenia (low count of neutrophils)

Uflex develops special polyester film for pharma packaging

With this film, firms can eliminate use of BOPA & PVC in Alu-Alu laminate used in pharma packaging

India can be among world's top 5 medical devices markets: Himanshu Baid

In this interview, Poly Medicure MD delves into the nuances of medical technology industry

Govt plans to establish pharma & medical technology zone at Bengaluru

The move is aimed at reducing the manufacturing cost of drugs and medical devices

Stada receives takeover bids from Cinven & Advent International

The German drugmaker has reportedly received a € 3.5 billion bid from private equity group Cinven

Dr Reddy's expands European operations with launch of generics in France

First products, to be available in the hospital market, will belong to oncology & anti-infectives

Aurobindo Pharma buys 4 biosimilars from Swiss firm TL Biopharmaceutical

Regulatory filing for these products, of which 3 are monoclonal antibodies, is expected in 2020-22

Lubrizol LifeSciences adds new compounding capabilities

This will help Lubrizol to strengthen its position in medical device applications sector

Nordson Corporation buys Plas-Pak Industries

Deal expands Nordson's offering of single-use dispensing syringes, cartridges & related components

Study shows antibiotics can stimulate growth in bacteria

UK scientists found that E.coli bacteria increased antibiotic resistance with each treatment

Alkem forms alliance with Haw Par to market Tiger Balm products in India

Through this, two companies aims to tap OTC analgesic market in India, estimated at Rs 2,000 crore

Anti-inflammatory drugs are ineffective in back pain: Study

On the contrary, they may cause side effects, says George Institute for Global Health researchers

Budget proposes Rs 10k crore to clear fertiliser subsidy dues: Ananth Kumar

The planned four medical devices parks to give boost to Make in India initiative

Govt notifies Medical Devices Rules to aid domestic manufacturing

Rules classifies medical devices in to 4 groups based on associated risks - Class A, B, C & D

Union budget: New horizon for the healthcare sector

Budget's proposal to frame new rules for regulating medical devices is reassuring, says Viral Gandhi

Initiatives to promote healthcare R&D is missing in budget: Dr KM Cherian

Lagging behind in biosciences is not good for social security and strategic national security