CRN creates Supplement OWL advisory board
The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) has formed an advisory board for the Supplement Online Wellness Library (OWL) dietary supplement product registry.
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Aurobindo releases Nexium 24HR generic
Aurobindo Pharma Ltd. has received Food and Drug Administration approval to manufacture over-the-counter 20-mg esomeprazole magnesium delayed-release capsules, an antacid.
Gillette kicks off pilot of Treo assisted shaving razor
Gillette has launched a three-month pilot for Treo, described as the first-ever assisted shaving razor. The Procter & Gamble shaving brand this week invited U.S. and U.K. consumers to request a product sample at the new GilletteTreo.com website.
Rite Aid promotes senior VP of operations
Derek Griffith has been appointed executive vice president of store operations at Rite Aid Corp. With the promotion, Griffith takes over the position vacated by Bryan Everett, who in early September was named chief operating officer of Rite Aid stores.
Walgreens plans new tech center in Chicago
Walgreens is constructing a new technology center of excellence at its downtown Chicago office in the Sullivan Center. Announcing the project with Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel, Walgreens said it will bring about 300 technology jobs to the new facility.
Senate hearing scrutinizes prescription drug costs
Pharmacy benefit managers are a key focus of debate about elevated drug pricing that has come before a U.S. Senate committee.
Ahold Delhaize U.S. brands to adopt IRI platform
Food and drug retailer Ahold Delhaize plans to implement IRI’s sales and supply chain analytics platform for its Ahold USA and Delhaize America brands.
Amneal, Impax agree to merge
Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC and Impax Laboratories Inc. plan to merge in an all-stock transaction. An Amneal-Impax merger would create the fifth-largest generics supplier by gross revenue in the United States. To be named Amneal Pharmaceuticals Inc.
McKeon Products appoints sales director
Blake Izor has joined McKeon Products Inc. as director of sales for food, drug and mass merchandiser accounts. McKeon said Tuesday that, in the role, Izor also serves as sales director for the earplug manufacturer’s international business.
NACDS to co-host public health workshop
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores, Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO) and American Public Health Association (APHA) are hosting a preconference workshop on pharmacy partnerships with public health agencies to foster better patient health outcomes.
Lash Group’s Fusion to boost patient support
AmerisourceBergen Corp. subsidiary Lash Group aims to facilitate patient access to life-saving medications and improve patient engagement and health outcomes with the launch of Fusion, its new patient support technology ecosystem.
Fred’s Pharmacy serves up Part D assistance
With the start of Medicare Part D open enrollment, Fred’s Pharmacy is lending seniors a hand in determining their best prescription drug benefit options.
Nivea launches Radiant Silk In-Shower Body Lotion
Nivea has expanded its In-Shower Body Lotion line for women. The Beiersdorf Inc. skin care brand said the new Nivea Radiant Silk In-Shower Body Lotion provides a time-saving two-in-one benefit by moisturizing while gently exfoliating the skin.
Food, drug, mass favored venues for in-store shoppers
Food, drug and mass chains are a favored retail destination of shoppers who prefer an in-store versus an online experience, according to a consumer poll by Imprint Plus.
Amgen CEO elected as PhRMA chairman
Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) has named Amgen Inc. chairman and chief executive officer Robert Bradway as chairman-elect.
Independent pharmacies keep care at forefront
Despite pharmaceutical market changes pressuring their businesses, independent pharmacies remain a mainstay care destination for millions of Americans, according to the National Community Pharmacists Association’s 2017 NCPA Digest.