American Greetings to go private
American Greetings Corp. is being taken private by its founding family.
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Dr. Reddy’s launches Zenatane
Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories has introduced Zenatane (isotretinoin capsules), an acne medication, in strengths of 20 mg and 40 mg. The company said Friday that its product is a therapeutically equivalent generic version of Hoffman-LaRoche’s Accutane (isotretinoin capsules) in the U.S.
AmLactin Cerapeutic Restoring Body Lotion debuts in stores
AmLactin Alpha-Hydroxy Skin Care has introduced AmLactin Cerapeutic Restoring Body Lotion, which it said is formulated with the "power couple" of alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) and essential ceramides.
Mission Pharmacal releases flavored prednisolone solution
Mission Pharmacal Co. is rolling out a flavored prednisolone oral solution for the treatment of severe asthma attacks, particularly in children. The company said Wednesday that its grape-flavored Prednisolone Sodium Phosphate Oral Solution 25mg/5 ml product has been released in some U.S.
AmerisourceBergen to sell Canadian distribution unit
AmerisourceBergen Corp. has agreed to sell its Canadian pharmaceutical distribution business to Kohl & Frisch Ltd., a Canadian-owned national full-line distributor. AmerisourceBergen said Thursday that the estimated sale price for AmerisourceBergen Canada Corp.
Consumer Reports: Big disparities in Rx prices
Prescription drug prices can vary significantly between pharmacy operators, a comparison by Consumer Reports finds.
Female trio pitches Gillette Fusion ProGlide Styler
Gillette has announced a partnership with Kate Upton, Hannah Simone and Genesis Rodriguez, the first time that the male grooming brand has enlisted spokeswomen to spearhead an integrated marketing campaign.
SDM, insurer eye improved health outcomes
Shoppers Drug Mart Corp. has partnered with insurer Great-West Life to provide a pair of new chronic disease management programs.
Rexall enlists online coupon provider
Rexall has entered an agreement with News Marketing Canada to provide instant, print-at-home online coupons on its website. Under the deal, announced Tuesday, Rexall’s website will feature coupons from News Marketing Canada’s SmartSource.
More drug retailers to carry WoundSeal
Biolife LLC is expanding retail distribution of WoundSeal, a topical powder designed to stop bleeding instantly.
Rite Aid fundraiser ties in with ‘Epic’ animated film
Rite Aid Corp. is raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals via a promotional tie-in with "Epic," an upcoming animated children’s movie from 20th Century Fox Films.
LifeScan recalls OneTouch VerioIQ glucose meters
LifeScan Inc. has begun a voluntary recall and replacement for all of its OneTouch VerioIQ blood glucose meters in the United States.
Actavis reaches deal to launch Crestor generic
Through an agreement with AstraZeneca, Actavis Inc. plans to introduce a generic version of the blockbuster cholesterol-lowering medication Crestor in 2016.
CVS iPad app gives access to ‘virtual’ store
CVS/pharmacy is giving customers access to a three-dimensional, "virtual" store via a new application for the Apple iPad.
Walgreens flagship debuts at Empire State Building
Walgreen Co. this weekend unveiled another flagship store location, this time in the biggest spot in the Big Apple. On Saturday, Walgreens officially opened the doors to its store in Empire State Building, New York City’s tallest building.