• 2025-03-10 02:22:15

Join Qualtech's webinar on March 26, 2025, for key insights into Australia's medical device market and TGA regulations. Learn about the registration process, Sponsor responsibilities, post-market requirements, and get answers to common questions. Register now here to secure your spot!

• 2025-02-21 05:10:50

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has updated its application audit guidance for medical devices and in-vitro diagnostics (IVDs), to streamline regulatory processes and focus on high-risk devices. Additionally, the transition from the EU In Vitro Diagnostic Directive (IVDD) to the In Vitro Diagnostic Regulation (IVDR) introduces stricter requirements and extended transition periods for compliance. Medical device manufacturers must ensure thorough documentation and timely submissions to meet these evolving standards.

• 2025-01-22 07:36:15

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has introduced the Procedure for Recalls, Product Alerts, and Product Corrections (PRAC) to streamline and enhance the recall processes for therapeutic goods in Australia. By reducing recall categories, simplifying procedural steps, and improving communication, the PRAC aims to foster efficiency and clarity for manufacturers and regulatory consultants. With implementation set for March 2025, stakeholders are encouraged to prepare for these reforms to ensure compliance and contribute to a safer therapeutic goods landscape.

• 2024-12-16 09:17:34

The updated Therapeutic Goods regulations in Australia, effective October 19, 2024, introduce streamlined documentation for medical devices assessed by the US FDA. By aligning with international standards, the changes simplify compliance for Class IIa and Class III devices, reducing burdens while ensuring safety and quality, offering manufacturers faster market access.

• 2024-11-05 02:13:00

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) has issued a reminder to manufacturers and marketers to comply with advertising rules for therapeutic goods, particularly on social media, following a rise in non-compliance cases. Key rules include ensuring ads are truthful, promoting only registered goods, adhering to endorsement guidelines, avoiding unapproved uses, clearly presenting risks and health warnings, and ensuring influencer content meets regulatory standards.

• 2024-09-17 06:17:58

Australia's TGA has issued new guidelines for exempt medical devices, clarifying that while not requiring ARTG registration, these products still face strict oversight. Manufacturers must adhere to reporting, recall, advertising, and quality standards to ensure patient safety. Non-compliance can result in penalties.

• 2024-09-17 06:13:22

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) plays a critical role in ensuring the safety and efficacy of medical devices in Australia. In line with its mandate, the TGA has released a guidance on Essential Principle 13B, to guide manufacturers with medical device products incorporating software.

• 2024-09-17 05:57:50

Australia's TGA has issued two new guidance on software-based medical devices. Sponsors must comply with the new classification rules with the transition period ending by November 1, 2024. Additionally, the TGA clarified which software products are subject to regulation, providing clear guidelines for industry.

• 2024-07-30 05:11:43

The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) of Australia recently released a guidance document to clarify the distinction between cosmetics and therapeutic goods. This distinction is crucial as it determines the regulatory requirements that apply to a product.

• 2024-06-20 06:31:57

Australia is advancing in 3D-printed medical devices, demonstrating the technology's potential in healthcare. The market, valued at $36 million in 2022, is projected to reach $132 million by 2030, driven by applications in pre-operative planning, education, orthodontics, bioprinting, and customized prosthetics and implants. These innovations enhance patient outcomes and surgical accuracy, with significant growth expected in the Asia-Pacific region.