INHALATION DRUG DELIVERY ARTICLES
4 Opportunities For Advancing Drug Delivery
In this article, Fran DeGrazio identifies four prime opportunities for drug delivery developers to move the dial of innovation into 2026 and beyond. These avenues for advancement include diagnostics, patient tolerability, microdosing, and analytical methodologies.
INHALATION DRUG DELIVERY VIDEOS
Learn about new data on nanotechnology formulations for multiple dose forms and routes of delivery, including oral, long-acting injectables, inhalation, and ophthalmic.
In this episode of The Combination Products Handbook: The Series, host Tom von Gunden discusses Chapter 10 of The Combination Products Handbook: A Practical Guide for Combination Products and Other Combined Use Systems (CRC Press) with the book’s editor, Susan Neadle, and chapter co-author Fran DeGrazio. On the topic of supplier quality and controls, Susan and Fran discuss key considerations for using third-party suppliers of raw materials, constituent parts, and services in combination product development.
In this segment of the Drug Delivery Leader Live online event, Eying The Drug Delivery Regulatory Landscape: The 'Must See' Watch List For 2026, Chief Editor Tom von Gunden asks the panel to comment on post-market regulatory considerations and processes for combination products. Among the topics covered are post-approval changes, design outputs, patient safety, and various regulatory guidances.
In this segment of the Drug Delivery Leader Live event New FDA QMSR: Its Role in Part 4 Compliance for Combination Products, DDL Executive Editor Fran DeGrazio enlists consultants Laurie Auerbach of Compliance Prodigies and Ed Bills of Edwin Bills Consultant to summarize where Part 4 is documented in the new guidance.
INHALATION DRUG DELIVERY RESOURCES
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![GettyImages-952793068-inhalation-nasal spray]( "Examining The Emergence Of Unit- And Bi-Dose Nasal Sprays")
Nasal spray administration of medicine offers advantages over oral and IV delivery. Experts discuss the advantages and opportunities of adopting unit- and bi-dose nasal delivery technology.
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![GettyImages-946264472-test-tube-lab]( "Improving Toxicology Testing For Inhalation Products")
By embracing new approach methods, regulatory agencies can revolutionize toxicology testing. These methods can be adapted for various medications, including inhalers and nasal-administered drugs.
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![GettyImages-1266602356-Powder Inhaler Patient]( "Intranasal Drug Product Development—From Formulation To Scale-Up Manufacturing")
Explore the key advantages of intranasal drug delivery, including its potential to rapidly treat conditions like migraines and headaches, and deliver medications directly to the brain.
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![GettyImages-995087800-lab]( "Drug Formulation Development: Quick Reference Guide")
This guide shares the steps involved in formulation development, considerations during formulation, and how partnering with an experienced CDMO can lead to a successful commercial product.
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![Signing contract-GettyImages-1405364155]( "Contract Design And Development Vs. In-House: How To Find The Best Fit")
Explore the rationale behind opting for a contract development organization (CDO) to fulfill organizational requirements and underscore vital considerations for evaluating CDOs to ensure alignment with your project objectives.
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![GettyImages-1346675635-lab-tablet-research-team]( "Simultaneous Spray Drying For Innovative Dry Powder Inhaler Combination Formulations")
Dr. Kimberly Shepard, a principal R&D engineer at Lonza, offered insights on recent innovations pioneered in spray drying. Shepard also discussed spray drying technologies capable of combining small-molecule APIs with biotherapeutic molecules.
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![GettyImages-1371705046-lab-scientist-team]( "Spray Drying For Improved Solubility")
Gain expert insights into how to develop a spray dried powder formulation and scale it from early feasibility studies to commercial manufacturing.
INHALATION DRUG DELIVERY SOLUTIONS
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![GettyImages-871317164-inhalation-inhaler]( "Designed For Inhalation: Pulmonary And Nasal Delivery")
Our newly expanded in-house capabilities span clinical and commercial scale manufacturing for DPIs, unit-dose, bi-dose and preserved multi-dose nasal sprays.
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![Blow Fill Seal Packaging]( "Blow-Fill-Seal Packaging Systems For Large Volume Nebulizers And Humidifiers")
Large volume humidifiers and nebulizers – typically in sizes from 250 – 1000mL – can be specifically designed to fit existing delivery devices. Custom designs to facilitate the control of humidification in oxygen delivery can be developed.
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![GettyImages-1392016982 business meeting]( "Medical Device Technical Due Diligence")
By partnering with Battelle, your organization can reduce risks and save on investment costs, leading to more successful and sustainable outcomes.
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![analytical-timelines-GettyImages-2247278213]( "A Comprehensive Approach That's Exceptional By Design")
An overview of analytical capabilities to boost product quality, meet regulatory expectations, and drive development through phase‑appropriate methods and specialized testing for complex drug programs.
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![OFM]( "Pharmaceutical Filling System For Non-Injectable Products: Ophthalmic, Nasal Sprays, Syrups: OFM")
OFM automatic filling and closing machines are designed for pharmaceutical formulations, such as syrups, ophthalmic products, and nasal sprays either in glass or plastic containers.
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![ulab thumb]( "Battelle uLAB")
This comprehensive suite of services encompasses the entire spectrum of user research, starting from the conceptualization of study designs to meticulous data analysis and comprehensive reporting.
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![lung-health-GettyImages-1360866086]( "Fast-Tracking Healthier Tomorrows For Patients And Our Planet")
A focused look at how low‑GWP propellant technologies support sustainability goals while preserving inhaler performance, offering guidance for planning regulatory readiness, device compatibility, and long‑term respiratory portfolio strategy.
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![GettyImages-1435081495-Self-Injector_Auto-Injector]( "Transforming Drug Delivery")
Learn how our team of scientists, engineers, and human-centered designers, as well as our world-class facilities, empower us to confidently guide your product toward a successful market launch.
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![Syringes-injectables=tablets-GettyImages-1353657651]( "Combination Products")
Kymanox provides turnkey services to bring your product from concept to commercialization — and helps keep your product on the market. Kymanox has expertise in injectables (e.g., syringes, mechanical and electromechanical autoinjectors, wearable injectors, dual chamber systems, reconstitution systems), respiratory combination products (e.g., metered dose inhalers, dry powder inhalers, nasal sprays), and in ocular products (e.g., multi-dose containers, single-use injectables).
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![iStock-493302504-scientist-lab-development]( "Pre-Formulation And Material Sciences")
Our formulation development and material sciences experts have over 30 years’ experience in pre-formulation and solid state characterization.
