McKesson to buy Ireland’s UDG Healthcare
McKesson Corp. plans to acquire the pharmaceutical distribution division of Dublin, Ireland-based UDG Healthcare plc for about $466 million.
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Carmex campaign spotlights online product reviews
Carma Laboratories Inc. wants to hear from consumers who buy its Carmex lip care products. The company on Thursday announced the “Straight From Your Lips” campaign on MyCarmex.
Little Remedies adds Advanced Colic Relief drops
Little Remedies has expanded its infant health care lineup with Advanced Colic Relief drops. Prestige Brands Holdings Inc. said Thursday that Little Remedies Advanced Colic Relief drops are formulated with a unique mix of herbs to provide gentle relief for colicky babies.
Philosys rolls out Gmate SMART blood glucose system to Kmart
Philosys Inc. has landed retail distribution for its Gmate SMART Blood Glucose Monitoring System all Kmart pharmacies.
Rite Aid gets 2Q sales boost from EnvisionRx
Rite Aid Corp. saw revenue surge in its fiscal 2016 second quarter, its first including results for recently acquired pharmacy benefit manager EnvisionRx. Rite Aid said Thursday that sales for the second quarter ended Aug. 29 totaled $7.66 billion, up 17.5% from $6.52 billion a year earlier.
Obama nominates Califf as FDA commissioner
The Food and Drug Administration’s current deputy commissioner for medical products and tobacco is likely to become the organization’s next commissioner. Dr.
Camber adds Valtrex, Aricept generics
Camber Pharmaceuticals has expanded its generic drug portfolio with the rollout of valacyclovir and donepezil HCl tablets. The company said Wednesday that its valacyclovir product is a generic version of GlaxoSmithKline’s Valtrex, while its donepezil HCl product is a generic of Eisai Co.’s Aricept.
McNeil Consumer Healthcare becomes NCPDP Elite Partner
McNeil Consumer Healthcare has joined the National Council for Prescription Drug Programs (NCPDP) Elite Partner Program. NCPDP said Wednesday that the Elite Partner Program establishes the highest level of sustained support for the council’s efforts to advance patient safety and interoperability.
Familiprix gives banner a new look
Quebec City-based drug chain Familiprix is rolling out a new banner. The company said late Tuesday that the updated logo marks its 35th year in business and better reflects its mission: professional services offered by pharmacist-owners committed to innovation and progress.
Albertsons expands Rx distribution with McKesson
Food and drug retailer Albertsons has signed a five-year distribution pact for the sourcing and distribution of branded and generic drugs with McKesson Corp. The companies said late Tuesday that the pharmaceutical distribution agreement will go into effect on April 1, 2016.
Industry mourns passing of Perry Drug founder Jack Robinson
Jack Robinson, the founder, chairman and chief executive officer of Perry Drug Stores Inc., died yesterday. He was 85. Robinson founded Perry Drug in 1957, when he opened his first store in Pontiac, Mich.
Neighbourhood Pharmacies introduces the Pharmacy Expo
The Neighbourhood Pharmacy Association of Canada has enhanced its annual events program, including the launch of the Pharmacy Expo, an expansion of its major annual spring gathering.
Cardinal Health debuts Hospital Quality at Home brand
Cardinal Health Inc. has unveiled a new home health care line called Hospital Quality at Home, which includes a range of over-the-counter products to help patients transition care from the hospital to their home.
Health Mart to kick off national ad campaign
Health Mart is launching a national radio and digital advertising campaign to attract more patients to its drug stores. The McKesson Corp.
Bartell Drugs kicks off flu vaccine program
Bartell Drugs has launched a seasonal flu shot program that offers vaccinations at all of its 64 stores as well as via an off-site flu clinic program serving area businesses and retirement communities.
London Drugs helps Canadians get immunized
Pharmacists at London Drugs are working with the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) to help educate parents about immunization options as their children head back to school.