The USP has recently released a Summary of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for both USP <61> and <62>. The FAQ for USP <61> was previously posted in another Blog. The FAQ listed below is the second of two Parts discussing additional FAQ from USP <62>. Q. Why shall I use the shortest incubation period? A. You have to show that the worst conditions … [Read more...]
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS — USP GENERAL CHAPTER 62, PART I (REVISED)
COMMENT The USP has recently released a Summary of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for both USP <61> and <62>. The FAQ for USP <61> was previously posted in another Blog. The FAQ listed below is the first of two Parts discussing additional FAQ from USP <62>. Additional FAQ will be posted later in the week. Microbial Examination of Nonsterile … [Read more...]
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE/EXPERT MICROBIOLOGICAL WITNESS CONSULTATION
Regulatory Compliance -- Form FDA 483/Warning Letters With the advent of only 15 calendar days to respond to regulators following a Form FDA 483 or Warning Letter, it is incumbent upon the recipients of these to use the time most productively to minimize any further regulatory actions. Understanding the Observation becomes the initial step. Unless the individuals are … [Read more...]
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS — USP GENERAL CHAPTER (REVISED)
Microbial Examination of Nonsterile Products: Microbial Enumeration Tests USP <61> Q. Can I use strains other than those that are cited in the USP? A. You should use the strains that are cited in this chapter or equivalent strains from other culture collections. For example, if Pseudomonas aeruginosa ATCC 9027 is indicated, you should use this strain or strains … [Read more...]
FRANCK’S PHARMACY RECALLS ALL STERILE HUMAN AND VETERINARY PRESCRIPTIONS FROM NOV 21, 2011 TO MAY 21, 2012
ENVIRONMENTAL SAMPLING OF CLEAN ROOM REVEALED PRESENCE OF MICROORGANISMS AND FUNGAL GROWTH BY FDA. WHAT HAPPENED TO USP <797>? Franck's Pharmacy, Ocala, Florida initiated a recall of all sterile human and veterinary prescriptions from November 21, 2011 through May 21, 2012. This recall follows an earlier recall (May 2, 2011 Notice of Recall, … [Read more...]
