Lavender, the plant and its oil, has been used continuously for thousands of years. It is native to the Mediterranean with several varieties that grow at different altitudes. Among the most versatile of oils, lavender is very effective at ...
Another member of the labiatae, or mint, family, thyme is an herb native to the Mediterranean basin and comes in many varieties. There is only one plant, thymus vulgaris, but the composition of the oil distilled from the plant shows ...
Bend Research, part of Capsugel’s Dosage Form Solutions business unit, announced the addition of Capsugel’s Xcelodose precision powder-filling technology to its drug development process. This patented micro-dosing technology ...
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Therapeutics (CFFT), an affiliate of the CF Foundation, has provided $1.7m research award to US-based Savara Pharmaceuticals for advancing the development of AeroVanc (vancomycin hydrochloride inhalation powder). ...
US-based biopharmaceutical company MannKind has resubmitted a new drug application (NDA) to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) seeking marketing authorization for its AFREZZA inhalation powder, indicated to improve glycemic control ...
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Biopharmaceutical contract manufacturer Sigma-Tau PharmaSource has entered into a manufacturing services agreement with Aradigm, a specialty pharmaceutical firm focused on the development and commercialization of drugs delivered by ...
One of the world's top-selling drugs—GlaxoSmithKline PLC's $8-billion-a-year asthma treatment Advair—became more vulnerable to generic competition after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued guidance on the regulatory ...
Activaero has entered into research collaboration with Italian pharmaceutical firm Chiesi Farmaceutici to develop an effective solution to treat patients with cystic fibrosis (CF). Under the deal, Activaero will offer its flow and volume ...
How to Choose the Right Absorbent for the JobKaren Hamel, New Pig Using the right tool for the job produces the best results. Just like a hammer, screwdriver, or adjustable wrench, absorbents are tools that help clean up messes quickly ...
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Water the commodity gold of 21st century? Bless the bats of agriculture Vile dog meat markets still thriving in China Danger is part and parcel of agriculture. Row crops or livestock, grain bins or cotton gins, tractor or trailer, ...
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Adamis Pharmaceuticals has signed an agreement to completely acquire 3M Company's MMM -0.36% Taper Dry Powder Inhaler (DPI) technology. Additionally, the company has entered into an agreement to exclusively license the platform technology ...
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Grupo Ferrer Internacional, Alexza Pharmaceuticals' commercial partner, has begun sales of Adasuve inhalation powder, pre-dispensed (Staccato Loxapine) in the European Union (EU). The first sale triggered a $1.25m milestone payment to ...
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The Oxford dictionary defines lint as "short, fine fibers which separate from the surface of the cloth or yarn during processing." Lint is a common occurrence in laundry operations. Materials such as cotton, linen and wool are more likely ...
Risks are associated with almost all kinds of chemicals whether they are using for industrial purpose or for household. Some chemicals are hazardous and require extra attention and care while dealing and Caustic soda or Sodium Hydroxide is ...
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AstraZeneca has agreed to purchase California-based respiratory medication developer, Pearl Therapeutics, in a deal with a total potential cost of up to $1.15bn. As per the definitive agreement signed between both the parties, AstraZeneca ...
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