FDA Proposes Framework to Bolster Credibility of AI Models in Drug Development
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has unveiled a groundbreaking draft guidance aimed at advancing the credibility of artificial intelligence (AI) models in drug and biological product development. This marks a significant milestone as it is the agency’s first formal guidance on AI in this domain, underscoring its commitment to innovation while maintaining rigorous regulatory standards.
FDA Suggests Collecting data on Ovarian Toxicity in Cancer Drug Trials
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is recommending that sponsors include the collection of data on ovarian toxicity in the development of cancer drugs.
FDA Proposes Removing Oral Phenylephrine as Active Ingredient in OTC Nasal Decongestants After Review
In November 2024 the Food and Drug Administration announced its proposal to remove phenylephrine from the approved list of over-the-counter drugs to treat nasal congestion, citing evidence that the oral version of the drug is ineffective.
Industry Pushback on : Biosimilar, Biological medicines Industry, Food and Drug Administration, Generic Drug
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently proposed issuing biosimilar product-specific guidance to streamline the approval process for biosimilars. While this move aims to make the pathway for biosimilar approvals more predictable and accessible, it has faced pushback from the pharmaceutical industry. Many industry leaders argue that this approach could inadvertently hinder innovation, increase regulatory burdens, and complicate the pathway to biosimilar market entry.
Integration of the Health Surveillance Fee into the Single Foreign Trade Portal: Timetable and Impacts for Brazilian Trade
Anvisa (the National Health Surveillance Agency), in partnership with the Foreign Trade Secretariat (Secex) and the Federal Revenue Service, has announced the integration of the payment of the Health Surveillance Fee into the Single Foreign Trade Portal (Siscomex). This change is part of a move to centralize and digitize foreign trade processes, offering more agility, transparency and simplicity for importers and exporters dealing with products subject to health surveillance.
Review of Drug Master Files in Advance of Certain ANDA Submissions Under GDUFA
Review of Drug Master Files in Advance of Certain ANDA Submissions Under GDUFA. The Generic Drug User Fee Amendments (GDUFA) provides a framework for improving the efficiency and transparency of the review process for generic drug applications, known as Abbreviated New Drug Applications (ANDAs). One key aspect of this framework is the review of Drug Master Files (DMFs), which are critical for ANDA submissions involving drug substances, intermediates, or excipients that are not fully described in the ANDA itself.
Gluten and Food Labeling: What You Need to Know
Gluten and Food Labeling: What You Need to Know
Discover That it is Possible to Import Dental Products.
Discover That it is Possible to Import Dental Products
“Discover the critical role that packaging plays in the development of cosmetic products.”
“Discover the critical role that packaging plays in the development of cosmetic products.”
Review of the Draft Technovigilance Standard by COFEPRIS in Mexico.
Review of the Draft Technovigilance Standard by COFEPRIS in Mexico.
US FDA Publication on Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Healthcare Product Copy
On March 2024, the FDA released its latest publication titled “Collaborative Efforts: Harnessing Artificial Intelligence in Medical Products,” shedding light on the concerted actions undertaken by CBER, CDER, CDRH, and OCP in navigating the landscape of AI integration within the medical product realm. This comprehensive document delineates strategic focal points essential for advancing the application of AI throughout the entire lifecycle of medical products.
” FDA determines that Medical Device Registrations must be submitted electronically from October 2025″
In August 2024, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) announced that starting in October 2025, medical device manufacturers must use the eSTAR (Electronic Submission Template and Resource) model for submitting new registration applications.