Multilingual IMP Labeling Quick Guide

Meet global regulatory expectations the first time with these efficient, cost-effective, and compliant product labeling solutions and considerations.

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Why Multilingual IMP Labeling Matters

Accurate and compliant labeling of an investigational medicinal product (IMP) is an important and integral part of clinical trial operations. A misstep in labeling can lead to significant delays, affecting the entire study’s timeline and potentially incurring costs ranging from $100,000 to $700,000 in hard expenses. In worst-case scenarios, incorrect labeling might necessitate a complete product reproduction. Learn more about the strategies and solutions leading sponsors are leveraging to ensure excellence and efficiency in IMP labeling for clinical trials.

How Leading Sponsors Augment Labeling Operations

Patients and healthcare professionals around the world depend on product labels that have been effectively localized for safety and effective treatment. Accurate and culturally relevant labeling ensures comprehension of usage, dosage, and safety information, which in turn facilitates wider product acceptance and adherence to local regulatory standards. Here are some key solutions to successfully navigate global labeling
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Label Strategy and Compliance

Stringent validation processes help ensure product labels comply with regulatory requirements in different countries. This includes checking for compliance with local laws regarding language, content, and layout of labels, as well as working closely with regulatory authorities to ensure that labels meet all necessary guidelines and requirements. Legal experts should then review labels to meet both international and local legal standards and reduce liability.

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Smart Authoring and Automation

Leverage GenAI and advanced label management systems to create accurate, compliant content at scale. Structured Content Management Systems (SCMS) help manage multilingual components and accelerate updates, while built-in quality checks and audit trails ensure consistency from draft to final artwork.

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Accurate, Localized Labeling

Go beyond word-for-word translation; clinical labels must be contextually accurate, culturally appropriate, and regulator-ready. Professional linguists should use translation memory tools to maintain consistency across products and speed up future updates, reducing cost and turnaround time without compromising quality.

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What a Global Labeling Process Should Look Like

Sponsors can follow these steps for an efficient, cost-effective, and compliant labeling solution that is suitable for global markets and diverse patient populations:

  • Assign Study-Level Owners
    Labeling fails without clear responsibilities and signoff authority.

  • Map Market-Specific Requirements
    Every country has different rules—know them upfront.

  • Build a Locked Master Label
    Use structured content to prevent drift and enable reuse.

  • Translate Once, Reuse Often
    Apply translation memory to cut time and cost.

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Get Expert Help with Clinical Trial Labels

Labeling is more than a checkbox—it’s critical to trial approval, patient safety, and global compliance. From multilingual content to country-specific regulations and eLabeling trends, our experts help you get it right the first time.

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Go Digital: eLabeling and QR Code Access

While printed IMP labels remain mandatory, supplementing them with eLabels unlocks real-time updates and mobile-friendly access. Patients and staff can instantly view multilingual content, helping reduce confusion and cutting waste through digital updates.

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