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What Manufacturers and Wholesalers Should Know About MHRA Compliance and the Windsor Framework?

This essential guidance is tailored for manufacturers and wholesale dealers authorized by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA). It serves as a comprehensive resource for Qualified Persons (QPs), Responsible Persons (RPs), and Responsible Persons for Import (RPis) to effectively implement the Windsor Framework’s new arrangements for human medicines. Key Responsibilities for Marketing Authorization Holders (MAHs) Marketing Authorization Holders must communicate any chan...
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Navigating Medical Device Regulations: A Comprehensive Guide to Market Access in Europe, Switzerland, and the UK

Introduction and Guide to Market Access In the intricate landscape of medical device regulations, successfully bringing products to market requires a thorough understanding of the varying requirements in different regions. This market access guide provides comprehensive insights into the European Union (EU), Switzerland, and the United Kingdom (UK) regulations, shedding light on crucial aspects such as Authorized Representatives, Importers, and other economic operators.  Crafting your Marke...
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Top 7 Guidance On Class I Medical Devices

The EU MDR 2017/745 imposes more stringent requirements for Class I devices. Under the new regulations, Manufacturers must righty classify a medical device and provide technical documentation following the device class. The risk class under MDD could change under MDR. In some cases, medical devices could be up classified from Class I medical devices to Class II a/b medical devices or Class III medical devices. Please read our article on the classification of medical devices to understa...
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EU Notified Body

A notified body is an independent organisation designated by an EU country to assess the conformity of products before being placed on the market. Under EU MDR 2017/745, the notified body is also called a conformity assessment body.   A conformity assessment body (CAB) or a notified body is responsible for carrying out the conformity assessment procedure mentioned in the applicable Regulation. What does a notified body do? A notified body assesses whether the product conforms to the require...
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Safety Reporting on Clinical investigation

Under EU MDR 2017/245 Article 73, the sponsor shall report to all member states about the clinical investigations undertaken by the medical devices through an electronic system in case of any serious adverse events, device deficiency which leads to adverse events or any novel findings with regards to the event. The submission period may vary depending on the severity of the events. An initial incomplete report followed by the complete report shall be provided.  The reporting procedures are...
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Understanding Borderline Cosmetics in the EU

Understanding the distinctions between product classes within the European cosmetics landscape can be complex and ambiguous, often requiring input from authoritative bodies. Certain products may share similarities but fall under different regulatory frameworks. When products straddle these frameworks, they’re termed “borderline” by the European Commission (EC). Clear comprehension of a product category is vital to determine the regulatory requisites for the specific market. Dif...
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Testing Standard Requirements around the World

Medical device testing standard- an overview Medical device testing is a crucial step in manufacturing a product. This mandatory process ensures that the medical device is safe and effective. Testing of medical devices proves that the product complies with the standards and regulations of a country. Moreover, it also sheds light on any product defects. This article discusses the testing requirements and the applicable standards. Medical device testing applies to all medical devices, in-vitro dia...
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Understanding Borderline Cosmetics in the EU

by OMC Medical | Dec 13, 2023 | Cosmetics, EU Understanding the distinctions between product classes within the European cosmetics landscape can be complex and ambiguous, often requiring input from authoritative bodies. Certain products may share similarities but fall under different regulatory frameworks. When products straddle these frameworks, they’re termed “borderline” by the European Commission (EC). Clear comprehension of a product category is vital to determine the regul...
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Global ISO Requirements

What is ISO? ISO – International Organization for Standardization, is the international, non-governmental body for drafting and establishing technical and non-technical standards. These standards are developed by different committees within the International Organization for Standardization. Having around 165 member states, with one representative from each, International Organization for Standardization is a global entity catering to the needs of industry requirements. Are ISO standards impor...
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Regulatory Pathway for Clinical Investigation in the EU

Regulatory Pathway for Clinical investigation creates a set of clinical data that is crucial to understanding the effectiveness of a medical device. Clinical Investigation is done for previously CE marked devices or for research medical devices. Clinical Investigation is governed by a clinical investigation plan with an objective, methodology, and record keeping. Top 5 Steps involved in Clinical Investigation Step 1 Appointment of a Representative- Appoint a legal representative....
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