Pharmaceutical Technology June 3, 2020
In healthcare, 3D bioprinting is used to create living human cells or tissue for use in regenerative medicine and tissue engineering. Organovo and EnvisionTEC are the pioneers of this technology. 3D printing is also used to manufacture precision and personalised pharmaceuticals. Aprecia Pharmaceuticals’ Spritam for epilepsy is the first and only FDAapproved 3D printed drug.
Use of 3D Printing to fight the Covid-19 pandemic
The rapid proliferation of Covid-19 has been putting great strain on healthcare systems across the world, with demand for critical medical equipment and supplies mounting. Major manufacturers to individuals, have responded to the Covid-19 crisis by supporting...