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Pillar Guide Fundamentals 15 min read January 15, 2026

Drug-Device Combination Products Under EU MDR: The Complete Regulatory Guide

Drug-device combination products under EU MDR explained. Learn about Article 117, integral vs non-integral DDCs, regulatory pathways, and practical steps for regulatory affairs professionals.

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Pillar Guide Clinical Investigations 12 min read January 15, 2026

MDR Clinical Investigations: Requirements, Exemptions & Practical Guidance

Navigate clinical investigation requirements under EU MDR 2017/745. Learn about Article 62 exemptions, sufficient clinical data pathways, and device-specific considerations.

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Pillar Guide Post-Market Surveillance 14 min read January 16, 2026

Post-Market Surveillance Under EU MDR: Complete Guide to Articles 83-86

Master PMS requirements under EU MDR. Learn PMS plans, PSUR timelines, trend reporting obligations, and practical implementation strategies for medical device manufacturers.

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Pillar Guide Procedures & Processes 13 min read January 16, 2026

EU MDR Conformity Assessment Procedures: Which Route for Your Device?

Complete guide to MDR Annex IX and Annex XI conformity assessment routes. Learn which pathway applies to your device class and what documentation the Notified Body requires.

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Pillar Guide Procedures & Processes 16 min read January 18, 2026

EMA Variations Framework 2026: What Changed and How It Affects Your Submissions Starting January 15

Comprehensive guide to EC Variations Guidelines (2025) effective January 15, 2026. Classification code changes, Type IA annual updates, transition rules, and compliance checklists for regulatory professionals.

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Fundamentals 11 min read January 21, 2026

MDCG Guidance Documents: A Practical Navigation Guide for EU MDR Compliance

Navigate MDCG guidance documents with this practical guide. Find the right document for clinical evaluation, notified bodies, PMS, software, UDI, and borderline products under EU MDR.

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Procedures & Processes 12 min read January 21, 2026

How to Select a Notified Body Under EU MDR: The 5-Step Selection Guide

Select the right Notified Body for EU MDR certification. Learn the 5-step process: NANDO check, scope verification, capacity assessment, location, and experience evaluation.

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Practical Implementation 14 min read January 22, 2026

Technical Documentation Structure Under EU MDR: Complete Annex II Guide

Master MDR technical documentation requirements. Learn the 6 documentation sections, GSPR compliance, and how to structure your technical file for Notified Body review.

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Practical Implementation 13 min read January 22, 2026

UDI Requirements Under EU MDR: Implementation Guide for Device Manufacturers

Complete guide to Unique Device Identification (UDI) under MDR. Learn UDI-DI vs UDI-PI, EUDAMED registration, carrier requirements, and issuing entity selection.

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Fundamentals 12 min read January 24, 2026

Principal Mode of Action (PMOA) Determination for Drug-Device Combinations

How to determine PMOA for borderline drug-device products. Learn the assessment framework, MDCG guidance interpretation, and when to seek regulatory advice.

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Pillar Guide Procedures & Processes 15 min read January 25, 2026

Article 117 Consultation Procedure: Complete Guide for DDC Manufacturers

Navigate the Article 117 consultation procedure for integral drug-device combinations. Learn documentation requirements, timelines, and how to obtain Notified Body opinion.

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Practical Implementation 11 min read January 25, 2026

5 Fatal Pitfalls in Drug-Device Submissions (And How to Avoid Them)

Avoid costly clock stops in DDC submissions. Learn the 5 most common pitfalls: PMOA errors, missing NB opinions, GSPR gaps, labeling mistakes, and lifecycle oversights.

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Pillar Guide Fundamentals 14 min read January 29, 2026

MDR 2017/745 for Drug-Device Combinations: What Every RA Professional Must Know

EU MDR requirements for drug-device combinations explained. Learn about GSPRs, classification rules, conformity assessment pathways, and how MDR interfaces with pharmaceutical legislation.

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These guides are in development. Each will provide practical, EMA-backed guidance on specific regulatory topics.

Fundamentals (5 guides)

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MDR (2017/745) Overview for Combination Products

Key MDR provisions affecting drug-device combinations, from classification to post-market requirements.

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IVDR (2017/746) for Companion Diagnostics

Understanding companion diagnostic regulation under IVDR and its intersection with medicinal products.

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Classification Rules for Combination Products

How to determine device class for integral and co-packaged combinations under MDR/IVDR.

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Principal Mode of Action (PMOA) Determination

Practical guidance on determining PMOA and its regulatory implications.

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Integral vs Co-Packaged Combinations Explained

Key differences and regulatory implications of integral versus co-packaged products.

EMA Q&A Deep Dive (4 guides)

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Q&A Deep Dive: Classification of Drug-Device Combinations

Analysis of EMA Q1 guidance on classification of combination products.

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Q&A Deep Dive: Obtaining Advice on Borderline Products

How to navigate borderline product queries with EMA and national authorities.

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Q&A Deep Dive: Integral Combination Labeling Requirements

Detailed analysis of labeling requirements from EMA Q&A (Q3-4).

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Q&A Deep Dive: Co-Packaged Device Requirements

Understanding requirements for co-packaged devices from EMA Q&A (Q5-6).

Procedures & Processes (4 guides)

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Article 117 Consultation Procedure Step-by-Step

Complete walkthrough of the Article 117 consultation procedure for DDC manufacturers.

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How Notified Bodies Consult with EMA

Understanding the Notified Body consultation process and timelines.

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Companion Diagnostic Consultation Procedure

EMA consultation procedures specific to companion diagnostics.

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Variation Procedures for Combination Products

Managing variations for drug-device combinations: Type IA, IB, and Type II.

Practical Implementation (5 guides)

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Labeling Requirements Checklist for DDCs

Comprehensive checklist for labeling drug-device combination products.

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Quality Documentation Requirements (Module 3.2.R)

What to include in Module 3.2.R for combination product submissions.

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Clinical Data Requirements for DDCs

Clinical evidence requirements specific to drug-device combinations.

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Post-Market Surveillance Obligations

PMS requirements when MDR meets pharmaceutical vigilance.

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UDI Requirements for Combination Products

Unique Device Identification requirements for integral and co-packaged DDCs.

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