Meiji Seika Pharma launches first-in-human trial of Novel PD-1 agonist for autoimmune diseases

The early-stage study will test the drug’s safety, tolerability and biological effects in humans

GelMEDIX partners with Catalent to advance vision-restoring cell therapies

The biotechnology company will tap into Catalent’s expertise in induced pluripotent stem cells and advanced cell-therapy manufacturing

Veristat expands global trial & regulatory services as Chinese drugmakers push overseas

The expansion builds on Veristat’s work helping Chinese pharmaceutical firms such as Hansoh Pharma and CStone Pharmaceuticals

Zydus receives USFDA approval for cevimeline hydrochloride capsules

Cevimeline Hydrochloride Capsules 30mg are indicated for the symptomatic treatment of dry mouth (xerostomia) associated with Sjögren’s syndrome.

Caplin Steriles gets USFDA approval for potassium phosphates injection

Single-use gloves misused across India, raising health risks

One task, one interaction, one pair, experts advocate

Aster DM bags overwhelming shareholder backing for merger with Quality Care

The endorsement follows overwhelming support for the share swap preceding the merger,

Natural Biogenex joins forces with Fermbox Bio to boost fermentation-based biomanufacturing

The move comes as the global biotech and biopharma CDMO market continues to surge, fueled by rising demand

Wanbury bags key Brazil nod, eyes market expansion

Pharmaceutical manufacturer Wanbury Limited (WL) has strengthened its position in the Brazilian market after securing regulatory approval for Sertraline Form II from Brazil’s health regulator, ANVISA

Middle East conflict pushes health systems to brink as casualties, displacement surge: WHO

The conflict is also triggering a widening public health emergency