Recently, sterilization packaging manufacturer Beacon Converters came up with a truly unique way to enlighten companies (particularly in the healthcare industry) of creative ways packaging waste may be recycled, reused, or repurposed instead of ending up in landfills. While it may sound strange, Beacon commissioned the use of discarded Tyvek to create a wedding gown! According to Beacon sustainability officer …
Pharmaceutical Labeling – New Labeling Requirement for Opioids
On Tuesday, the FDA announced a new pharmaceutical labeling requirement warning of the dangers of instant release prescription opioids such as oxycodone and hydrocodone. Dangers such as the risks of addiction, overdose, and death. According to news reports, last year there were 112 overdose deaths, 95 of those in connection with oxycodone, and 17 related to the use of hydrocodone. …
Food Labeling – Are Supermarket Prepared Foods Healthy?
Recently, popular dishes sold at many supermarkets were the study of Consumer Reports, who sent secret shoppers on a mission: to find out if those foods touted as “fresh” and “organic” were really as healthy as many consumers believe. What they found was surprising! According to Consumer Reports, the supermarket deli prepared foods section is a $29 billion a year …
Pharma Labeling – Adcetris Labels Updated To Include Warnings
By now, we all know the importance of transparency in labels whether on foods, prescription drugs, or other products. Recently, the FDA approved a supplement for the treatment of those with classical Hodgkin’s lymphoma, after failure with other methods of treatment. The supplement, brentuximab vedotin (brand name Adcetris) is an injectable drug supplied as a 50mg lyophilized powder for IV …
Packaging Coders – 2016 FPA Winners in Flexible Packaging
Recently, six packages were recognized for exceptional innovation in flexible packaging at the Flexible Packaging Association’s annual competition. One company earned the Highest Achievement Award, while five others took Gold Awards in categories including sustainability, technical innovation, packaging excellence, printing & shelf impact, etc. Who were the winners? The “best of the best” and Highest Achievement Award went to Campbell …