Duane Reade to Sell Phase III Recovery Drink
Attitude Drinks (OTCBB:ATTD) (OTCQB:ATTD), owner of the Ready-to-Drink (RTD) real milk beverage brand Phase III® Recovery, announced today that Duane Reade, Inc. has authorized placement of
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DenTek unveils OTC dental guard for nighttime teeth grinding
This month, DenTek is launching what it calls a "revolutionary" over-the-counter dental guard for people who grind or clench their teeth at night, known as bruxism.
PearlBrite Pens hit shelves at Florida Walgreens stores
PearlBrite Concepts Inc.’s teeth whitening pens are now being sold at 292 Walgreens drug stores in South Florida. The company, part of Delta Entertainment Group Inc., said Monday that the PearlBrite Pen if used regularly will whiten teeth up to 10 shades.
L’eggs rolls out run-resistant sheers
L’eggs Hosiery has introduced Silken Mist Ultra Sheer with Run-Resistant technology. The company said Monday that the run-resist technology, once available only in department stores, employs a blend of soft and silky, innovative yarns that make sheers less prone to run.
Kirby Lester KL1Plus makes debut
Kirby Lester has launched the KL1Plus, which combines its best-selling KL1 tablet counter with streamlined pharmacy verification software.
CVS Caremark settles with DOJ over Part D pricing claims
CVS Caremark Corp. has agreed to pay $5.25 million under a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice regarding allegations of false pricing information for Medicare Part D benefits.
Jean Coutu records 2Q, first half sales gains
The Jean Coutu Group and its retail drug store network saw revenue climb in the fiscal 2013 second quarter. The company on Wednesday also reported improved operating results in the quarter but posted declined net earnings related to a sale of some of its stake in Rite Aid Corp. For the second
Shopko names interim CEO
Shopko Stores has appointed chief operating officer Mike Bettiga as interim chief executive officer. The food and drug retailer said Wednesday that Bettiga replaces CEO Paul Jones, who left the company to pursue another opportunity.
URAC specialty Rx ACOs
More than 100 new CMS Shared Savings accountable care organizations have come
walgreens flu shot vouchers chicago
To help improve flu immunization rates in underserved communities, Walgreens (NYSE, NASDAQ: WAG) and Access Community Health Network (ACCESS) are
National Association of Specialty Pharmacy Inaugural Event
The National Association of Specialty Pharmacy™ (NASP™) held its inaugural event on October 3rd at the Academy of Managed Care Pharmacy (AMCP) Educational Conference in Cincinnati. The organization also announced that Michael A. Nameth, RPh, MBA, will serve as the
H.D. Smith to buy Valley Wholesale Drug
Pharmaceutical wholesaler H.D. Smith plans to acquire regional health care distributor Valley Wholesale Drug. Terms of the deal, announced late Monday, weren’t disclosed. H.D.
Ontario expands scope of pharmacists’ practice
In a move applauded by Canadian drug chains, the Ontario government has approved regulations that allow pharmacists in the province to provide a broader range of pharmacy services, including prescription renewal.
USP standards improve Rx instructions for consumers
The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) has released new standards that it said for the first time provide a universal approach to the format, appearance, content and language of instructions for medicines in containers dispensed by pharmacists.
Fred’s eyes pharmacy growth in 2013
Discount general merchandise chain Fred’s Inc. is looking to its pharmacy to help spur business in the new year. In reporting December same-store sales Thursday, Fred’s chief executive officer Bruce Efird pointed to specialty pharmacy and clinical services as areas for expansion.
RxAlly survey: Consumers underutilize pharmacists
A poll released by pharmacy alliance RxAlly found that pharmacists’ expertise is underutilized even though consumers are well aware of pharmacists’ acumen when it comes to medications. The online survey of more than 2,300 U.S.