Perrigo, Allergan release Mucinex store-brand tablets
Perrigo Co. plc and Allergan plc have begun shipping 1,200-mg guaifenesin extended-release tablets, an expectorant, to retail and wholesale customers.
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Glenmark cleared to market Evista generic
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc. USA has received final approval from the Food & Drug Administration for raloxifene hydrochloride tablet. Glenmark said Wednesday that its raloxifene product is a generic equivalent of Evista tablets (60 mg) from Eli Lilly and Co.
SDM, Loblaw mark record drug take-back campaign
Shoppers Drug Mart and parent Loblaw Cos. gathered 620 tons of expired prescription drugs and over-the-counter medicine in their third National Medicine Take-Back Campaign.
Innovation collaborates on pharmacy operations paper
The Advanced Systems Division of pharmacy automation provider Innovation partnered with the Binghamton University Watson Institute for Systems Excellence (BU WISE) on a thesis paper published in the journal Expert Systems With Applications (ESWA).
Dollar General set to ramp up expansion
Over the next two years, Dollar General Corp. plans to open nearly 2,000 new stores. The deep discount chain said late Wednesday that about 900 new stores and 875 relocations/remodels are slated for the current 2016 fiscal year.
Tec Labs launches Tecnu Bites & Stings textured wipes
Tec Labs has introduced Tecnu Bites & Stings Medicated Itch and Pain Relief Wipes, which feature a new technology for treating insect bites and bee stings. The company said Wednesday that each wipe has one side that is textured and one that is smooth, a feature trademarked as Tecnu Textures.
Camber rolls out Zocor, Valcyte generics
Camber Pharmaceuticals has launched two new generic drug products. The company has released simvastatin tablets, a cholesterol-lowering medication, in strengths of 5 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg, 40 mg and 80 mg.
New chairman to take the reins at Fred’s
The same day that Fred’s Inc. reported fiscal 2015 results, the pharmacy and discount store retailer named a new chairman. Fred’s said Wednesday that Michael Hayes, 74, is slated to step down as chairman of the board of directors on April 15, to be succeeded by director Thomas Tashjian, 61.
Creme of Nature enhances Certified Natural Ingredients hair care line
Creme of Nature has introduced its new and improved Certified Natural Ingredients product line of three natural ingredient families.
Twinlab announces CEO succession
Nutritional supplements maker Twinlab Consolidated Holdings Inc. has named Naomi Whittel as president and chief executive officer. Twinlab said Whittel takes the reins from Tom Tolworthy, who is leaving the company to pursue other ventures.
American Associated Pharmacies to acquire PIPCo
Pharmacy cooperative American Associated Pharmacies (AAP) plans to acquire Partners in Pharmacy Cooperative (PIPCo). Financial terms of the acquisition weren’t disclosed. AAP said late Monday that PIPCo will be rebranded and operated under the AAP banner.
Firefly expands Star Wars toothbrush lineup
Dr. Fresh LLC’s Firefly children’s oral care brand has added to its Star Wars product roster with the Stormtrooper 3D Character Toothbrush. Dr.
HBA veteran Peterson launches CPG Linkages
Health and beauty aids industry veteran Ted Peterson, a former Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA) executive, has formed CPG Linkages LLC, a business consulting firm.
Rite Aid’s Health Dialog brings Nurse Line to L.A. Care
Rite Aid Corp. subsidiary Health Dialog will provide members of L.A. Care Health Plan, the largest U.S. public health plan, with round-the-clock telephone access to registered nurses, including from select Rite Aid drug stores. Under the agreement, announced Monday, L.A.
Valeant starts search to replace CEO Pearson
J. Michael Pearson is slated to step down as chief executive officer of Valeant Pharmaceuticals International Inc., which has begun a search for a new CEO.
Medicine Shoppe Canada teams with grocery chain
Medicine Shoppe Canada is opening a pharmacy inside a Quality Foods supermarket here.