In plenary in the European Parliament on the item “Review of the Medical Device Regulation” the future of the Medical Device Regulation was discussed. Recall that with the adoption of the European Medical Device Regulation (MDR) 2017/745, the regulation has changed dramatically. The main objective of the MDR is to “establish a robust, transparent, predictable…
Protective effects of Korean ginseng on myocardial ischemia-reperfusion damage Myocardial ischemia, also called ischemic heart disease, involves myocardial tissue and is due to the establishment of an imbalance between the blood supply here and the tissue’s demand for oxygen, which then becomes hypoxic. Korean ginseng (Panax ginseng C. A. Meyer) appears to be effective in…
In the 45th week, the online pharmacy market marks +11.9% in values and +13.3% in volumes The online pharmacy market returns to growth, which in the 45th week of 2022, November 7-13, shows an increase in values of 11.9% and in volumes of 13.3% compared to the previous seven days. This is according to the…
Safety evaluation of cannabidiol (CBD) in food supplement suspended Given the numerous questions regarding the use of cannabidiol (CBD) in foods and in particular in food supplements, EFSA has published the statement on the safety of cannabidiol (CBD), in which it states that its safety of use, as a novel food, cannot be demonstrated due…
The role of resveratrol in treating inflammation in individuals with cardiovascular disease Chronic inflammation is one of the main factors involved in the development and progression of cardiovascular disease (CVD). Resveratrol is a polyphenol (stilbene polyphenol) with a molecular structure very similar to that of estrogen, which in fact acts as an estrogen agonist, as…
IQVIA: pharmacy market loss of 2,4% in values and 3,2% percent in volumes The pharmacy market also closes with a minus sign in the first week of November, which compared to the same seven days in 2021 leaves 2,4% in values and 3,2% in volumes on the road. That’s the update provided by the report…
The Belgian authorities submitted, a list of 41 plants, which has been reduced in number over time, as data supporting their use in food was found for some of them prior to May 15, 1997, in which authorities in other European countries were asked for support in evaluating them as “novel foods.” At the center…
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder of the reproductive age. This is a fairly common condition that affects 5-10% of women of childbearing age and can adversely affect metabolism and reproductive capacity. The causes of polycystic ovary syndrome are not yet fully known, but it is believed to be due to…
Anise: benefits and therapeutic properties Limited and preliminary clinical research has examined the efficacy of anise for diabetes, dysmenorrhea, and menopausal hot flashes. Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties have also been identified. This narrative review summarizes human and animal studies reporting the potential health benefits of aniseed and highlights areas for future research. More
With the adoption of European Regulations 2017/745 MDR (Medical Device Regulation) and 2017/746 IVDR (In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation), the regulation for medical devices and in vitro medical devices has changed dramatically. The main objectives of the 2017/745 European MDR (Medical Device Regulation) and IVDR (In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation) are to “establish a robust, transparent, predictable…