Which Policies to Support Pharmaceutical Innovation?
At a time of challenges that call for change, it is necessary to place health at the heart of public policy.[1] The importance of pharmaceutical innovation cannot be underestimated, in the interests of public health and the economy alike. By responding to medical needs that are poorly covered or not at all,[2] it offers therapeutic […]
Nitrosamines Contamination in Pharmaceutical Excipients: Risks & Prevention
Nitrosamines, probable human carcinogens, have raised concerns in the pharmaceutical industry. While regulations focus on active ingredients, excipients can also be a source of contamination. Discover the latest detection methods, regulatory updates, and how Lactalis Ingredients Pharma ensures compliance. The Rising Challenge of Nitrosamines Contamination in Excipients Could pharmaceutical excipients be a hidden source of […]
European Pharmaceutical Sovereignty: The Role of Local Excipients
Discover how local excipients like pharmaceutical-grade lactose from Lactalis Ingredients Pharma strengthen European pharmaceutical sovereignty by ensuring reliable, high-quality supply chains. Ensuring European Pharmaceutical Sovereignty: The Key Role of Local Excipients The growing need for pharmaceutical sovereignty has become a critical concern for Europe. Recent supply chain disruptions have exposed vulnerabilities in the availability of […]
Lactose intolerance in pharmaceuticals: is it really a matter to consider?
Lactose, a disaccharide composed of galactose and glucose, is the main sugar derived from milk. Lactose is present in a wide range of food products but is also used in the pharmaceutical industry as an excipient. Once ingested, the digestion of the lactose normally consists in 3 majors steps: The inability of the body to […]
Navigating the Pharmaceutical Landscape: Exciting Challenges and Innovations for 2025
Each year, the pharmaceutical industry faces new challenges, and 2024 was no exception. From navigating complex regulatory landscapes to integrating cutting-edge technologies, the industry has had to adapt and innovate continuously. In 2024, we witnessed significant advancements in personalized medicine, the rise of telehealth, and the ongoing battle against global health crises. These developments have […]
What is pharmaceutical lactose?
What is pharmaceutical lactose? For most mammals, milk is the first source of food after birth. Lactose, a disaccharide present in milk, has therefore been a central and essential carbohydrate in our diet for several million years[1]. The concentration of lactose in milk can go to 10% w/w and milk is the only know significant […]
Lactose quality in pharmaceutical products: a comprehensive overview of quality control
Lactose is used as a diluent or a binder depending on the galenics in the pharmaceutical industry. It has been used as an excipient [AB1] for over 100 years particularly in Oral Solid Dose in which it is present in more than 60% of them. Thus Lactose quality and consistency are key issues in the pharmaceutical […]
Lactalis Ingredients Pharma will be present at CPHI Milan 2024.
We are pleased to announce that Lactalis Ingredients Pharma will be attending CPhI Milan 2024, from October 8 to 10 at Fiera Milano, Italy. CPhI is the premier international event for pharmaceutical professionals. With over 2,500 exhibitors and 45,000 attendees from around the world, it provides a unique platform to share the latest advancements, discover […]
CSR in the pharmaceutical industry: environmental pillar
CSR in the pharmaceutical industry: what are the priority themes and fields of action in the environmental pillar? CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) is playing an increasingly important role in corporate strategies in the pharmaceutical industry. Defined by the European Commission as ‘the responsibility of companies for the effects they have on society’, it is based […]
The benefits of lactose as an excipient
Used for over 100 years, pharmaceutical lactose is a milk sugar produced from cheese whey or milk permeate streams through a process of crystallisation, purification, milling and sieving. Today, it is well-established and commonplace in the pharmaceutical industry due to the numerous advantages of using lactose as an excipient.[1] Medicines are made up of two […]
