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Tuesday, August 04, 2015

First 3D Printed Prescriptions

An unusual example of 3D printing

" ... First 3-D printed prescription drug to be made in Blue Ash, Ohio ... 
The Food and Drug Administration has approved the first prescription drug made through 3-D printing: a dissolvable tablet that treats seizures.

Aprecia Pharmaceuticals said Monday the FDA approved its drug Spritam for adults and children who suffer from certain types of seizures caused by epilepsy. The tablet is manufactured through a layered process via 3-D printing and dissolves when taken with liquid. ... " 

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