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Drug Packaging

Medical Definition:	Containers, packaging, and packaging materials for drugs and biological products. These include those in ampule, capsule, tablet, solution or other forms. Packaging includes immediate-containers, secondary-containers, and cartons. In the United States, such packaging is controlled under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act which also stipulates requirements for tamper-resistance and child-resistance. Similar laws govern use elsewhere. (From Code of Federal Regulations, 21 CFR 1 Section 210, 1993) DRUG LABELING is also available.
Guide Notes:	includes containers, packaging methods, packaging materials; IM; DRUG LABELING is also available
Also Called:	Drug Containers and Closures
Previously Indexed:	Drug Industry (1966-1967),Pharmacy (1966-1967)

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