Herbals directive will increase confidence, says MHRA
The newly-enacted EU directive will give consumers more confidence in the safety of traditional herbal medicinal products, according to the UK's MHRA.
Archives for October 31, 2005
BioGaia 'is approaching profitability'
Swedish probiotic biotech company BioGaia is making headway in its short-term mission to attain profitability, reporting a 39 percent increase in sales to SEK 16.4 million for 3Q 2005.
SierraSil study suggests osteoarthritis relief
A combination of natural minerals from the Sierra Mountains shows promise in reducing the pain of arthritis, according to a study published in the Journal of Inflammation.
Jury still out on probiotics for IBS
The role of probiotics in alleviating the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) came under the spotlight at the annual meeting of the American College of Gastroenterology this weekend. The conclusion of two review studies presented was that...
Enzyme giant Novozymes reports solid growth
Continual productivity improvements are behind Novozymes' solid performance since it was floated on the stock market in 2000, according to CEO Steen Riisgaard.
Advitech aims for psoriasis deal by year-end
Advitech is embroiled in discussions with potential partners to bring its XP-828L product to market, targeting sufferers of mild to moderate psoriasis and other inflammatory diseases.