Rajendra Kunda
Senior Regulatory Manager, Global Regulatory Affairs Solutions, Syneos Health, India.
JournalGene Therapy Medicinal Products: An examination of regulatory CMC requirements
This article explores the CMC requirements for GTMPs to help ensure high quality and safe products are brought to market.
JournalUnique aspects of biologic reference standards
Reference standards are pivotal in ensuring pharmaceutical quality, especially for complex biologics. This article reviews definitions and classifications of reference standards as outlined by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Council for Harmonisation of Technical Requirements for Pharmaceuticals for Human Use (ICH) Q6B and Q7 guidelines. It addresses types of standards based on source and use, with particular emphasis on the distinct requirements for biologics.
JournalCell and gene therapy – navigating complexities in CMC development for optimisation of global regulatory strategies
Cell and gene therapy (CGT) products represent a frontier in modern medicine, offering precision treatments. Yet their development is affected by multifaceted challenges including chemistry, manufacturing, and controls (CMC). This article provides a comprehensive exploration of the complexities involved in CMC development and considers its role in establishing quality, safety ...
JournalBiosimilars CMC development considerations from the sponsor perspective
Sponsors face significant challenges in the development of biosimilars, particularly in the chemistry, manufacturing, and controls (CMC) aspects. Key areas of biosimilar CMC development include establishing a reliable and consistent manufacturing process, controlling critical quality attributes, and developing analytical methods to assess product quality. Furthermore, sponsors must conduct extensive characterisation studies, encompassing physicochemical and functional assays, to demonstrate biosimilarity between the biosimilar and the reference medicinal product (RMP). This article provides insights from a sponsor’s perspective, highlighting the challenges and opportunities associated with the biosimilar CMC development process. By adhering to these recommendations, sponsors can navigate the complexities of biosimilar development and enhance the likelihood of successful outcomes.