In 2017, NMPA (CFDA) announced the first batch of approved combination products in China
In 2017, NMPA (CFDA) announced the first batch of approved combination products since the release of the combination product registration guideline in 2009. There are currently four combination products approved by NMPA (CFDA). If a manufacturer has questions on whether its product should be regulated as combination products by NMPA (CFDA), a product identification request can be submitted and reviewed by NMPA (CFDA). Contact China Med Device to learn more about our services for combination products.
1. Gastroscope glue (Lidocaine hydrochloride included)
This is a combination product with device primary mode of action. This product is made of dimethicone, polysorbate 80, lidocaine hydrochloride, glycerin, ethylparaben and distilled water. It is used for gastroscope diagnosis.
2. Paclitaxel release coronary balloon catheter
This is a combination product with device primary mode of action. This product is an RX balloon dilatation catheter consisting of a balloon and a catheter as main components. The balloon is made of nylon elastomer/linear low-density polyethylene and coated with Taxol. It is used for the treatment of coronary in-stent restenosis.
3. Double-sided patch with antibacterial coating
This is a combination product with device primary mode of action. This product consists of expanded polytetrafluoroethylene and an antibacterial coating (silver carbonate and chlorhexidine acetate). It is used for tendon and soft tissue defects reconstruction and temporary bridging of fascia defects.
4. Microporous patch with antibacterial coating
This is a combination product with device primary mode of action. This product consists of expanded polytetrafluoroethylene and an antibacterial coating (silver carbonate and chlorhexidine acetate) with a physical structure containing regularly spaced pores. It is used for tendon and soft tissue defects reconstruction and temporary bridging of fascia defects.
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