CHPA’s SVP of Dietary Supplements, Duffy MacKay, responds to reporting on a recent research letter published in JAMA finding that 22 out of 25 melatonin products analyzed were mislabeled, containing variable amounts of the ingredient:
If you are in the consumer healthcare industry, you probably know about GMPs, or Good Manufacturing Practices. But what do they specifically mean when it comes to dietary supplements, and how do VMS companies prepare for an FDA inspection?
Millions of Americans rely on OTC medicines. Following the COVID-19 pandemic, OTCs have become an even more essential part of the treatment toolbox. Today, we take a look at the value created by OTC medicines as we walk through some of the top findings from CHPA's latest OTC value study.
Good science, and new customer behavior mean the time is right for companies to evaluate their portfolios to position themselves for success. Tailwinds are good, private equity interest is high, and the self-care future is bright.
If you're one of the 30 million Americans experiencing hearing loss, here's some exciting news. OTC hearing aids are now available nationwide. It's a totally new way for consumers to care for their own hearing health, and an interesting look at how public health and digital technology can intersect.
CHPA strongly encourages FDA to provide further clarity regarding the appropriate human factors information in premarket submissions that involve a change from prescription use to over-the-counter use and associated changes from a predicate device as compared to modifications to a sponsor’s own device.
