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New Insights on International Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient Inspections Impacting Regulatory Practices

The report details changes in the International Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient Inspection Programme that will affect inspection processes for manufacturers.

Primary source: Final Report from the FDA-EMA pilot program for the parallel

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What changed

The report outlines increased reliance on inspection reports from participating authorities, which aims to reduce duplication of inspections and optimize resource use, reflecting a shift towards more collaborative and efficient inspection practices.

Why it matters

This change impacts how organizations prepare for inspections, shifting reliance towards inspections conducted by other authorities, thereby changing the landscape for inspection readiness in the pharmaceutical industry.

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