Drug Master File (DMF) Preparation, Review & Regulatory Support Services – Panama

Panama MINSA–Compliant DMF Documentation & Regulatory Support

By DMF Direct – A Scientific Arm of Zoesoe Exports Pvt Ltd

DMF Direct provides end-to-end Drug Master File (DMF) preparation, review, submission, and lifecycle management services specifically tailored for Panama’s regulatory framework.

Our DMF services are designed to meet the expectations of the Ministry of Health of Panama (MINSA) through the National Directorate of Pharmacy and Drugs (Dirección Nacional de Farmacia y Drogas – DNFD) and align with:

Panama Health Code & Pharmaceutical Regulations
Central American Technical Regulations (RTCA)
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
ICH Guidelines
CTD-based submissions used for:
• API registration
• Finished pharmaceutical product (FPP) approvals
• Import registration dossiers
• Export-oriented regulatory filings

We specialize in the preparation and maintenance of both:

  1. Open Part (Applicant’s Part)

  2. Closed Part (Restricted / Confidential Part)

Ensuring full regulatory compliance, strict confidentiality, and smooth approval processing in Panama.

Our Core DMF Services – Panama

🧪 DMF Preparation – Open & Closed Parts (Panama-Compliant)
We prepare complete, structured, and DNFD-aligned DMF dossiers strictly following the CTD format accepted for Panamanian regulatory submissions.

Applicant’s Part (Open Part)

Prepared for submission to the MINSA / DNFD / Local Marketing Authorization Holders (MAH) / Importers, including:

Quality Overall Summary (QOS) aligned with ICH Q2–Q6
Non-confidential manufacturing and quality information
Cross-reference-ready content for:
– Sanitary Registration (Registro Sanitario)
– Import Permit
– Manufacturing & GMP Certification
CTD-structured documentation suitable for Panama and Latin American markets

Restricted Part (Closed / Confidential Part)

Secure preparation and handling of proprietary technical information, including:

• Detailed manufacturing process & process flow diagrams
• Critical process parameters (CPPs) & in-process controls (IPCs)
• Raw materials, intermediates & finished product specifications
• Analytical methods & method validation (ICH Q2(R2))
• Control strategy & pharmaceutical quality system (PQS)
• Stability data as per Panama climatic conditions (Zone IVb – hot & humid)

Confidential data is disclosed only to MINSA/DNFD regulators and is never shared with applicants or third parties.

DMF Types Covered – Panama

We support CTD-based DMF documentation for:

Type II – Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API), Intermediates
Type III – Packaging Materials
Type IV – Excipients
Type V – Reference / Miscellaneous Information

🧪 DMF Review & Gap Assessment – Panama

Already have a DMF for Panama?

We conduct a Panama-specific DMF review and regulatory risk assessment based on:

• MINSA/DNFD expectations and inspection observations
RTCA & GMP compliance gaps
• CTD structure and technical content deficiencies
• Manufacturing, validation, and stability inconsistencies
• Likely Panama regulatory deficiency triggers

✔️ You receive a clear, actionable gap assessment report prior to submission or inspection.

🧪 MINSA Submission & Panama Regulatory Support

We provide hands-on support for DMF usage and registration filing in Panama, including:

• MINSA/DNFD submissions and regulatory clarifications
• API registration support
• Import registration dossiers
• GMP & manufacturing documentation
• Export-linked DMF alignment

Our team ensures:

• Correct CTD formatting
• Accurate cross-referencing
• Full consistency across DMF, sanitary registration dossier, and manufacturing records

🧪 DMF Lifecycle Management & Maintenance – Panama

We manage your DMF throughout its complete regulatory lifecycle in Panama, including:

• Initial DMF compilation
Annual updates, renewals & variations
• Manufacturing site changes
• Process optimization or scale-up documentation
• Stability updates (real-time & accelerated)
• Specification & analytical method revisions
MINSA-driven amendments and compliance updates

🧪 Post-Submission Deficiency & Query Handling – Panama

Complete post-submission regulatory support for Panama, including:

• MINSA/DNFD deficiency letters & technical queries
• Scientific justification & deficiency response drafting
• Revised Open & Closed Part submissions
• Alignment with MAH / local applicant responses
• Coordination between manufacturer, MAH, and MINSA

🎯 Goal: Faster approvals, fewer regulatory queries, and authority-ready DMF documentation.

🧪 Why Choose DMF Direct for Panama?

🧪 In-depth knowledge of Panama MINSA & DNFD regulatory pathways
🧪 Expertise in RTCA, GMP & ICH-aligned DMF documentation
🧪 Secure handling of confidential manufacturing data
🧪 Strong MINSA/DNFD deficiency response experience
🧪 Seamless coordination with Panamanian MAHs & importers
🧪 Backed by Zoesoe Exports Pvt Ltd’s global regulatory strength

Industries We Support – Panama

• API manufacturers
• Finished formulation manufacturers (FPP)
• Excipient manufacturers
• Packaging material suppliers
• Importers & exporters
• Contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs)

Regulatory Standards Followed – Panama

Panama Health Code & Pharmaceutical Regulations
MINSA / DNFD Guidelines
RTCA – Central American Technical Regulations
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
ICH Q-Series & M-Series Guidelines
CTD / eCTD-ready documentation
WHO Technical Reports

Your Trusted Partner for DMF Excellence in Panama

Whether you are preparing a new DMF, updating an existing dossier, supporting a MINSA submission, or responding to regulatory queries, DMF Direct delivers high-quality, compliant, and approval-focused DMF solutions for the Panamanian and Latin American pharmaceutical markets.

✅ Regulatory-aligned
✅ Confidential
✅ Efficient
✅ Approval-driven