Qualitest releases Singulair generic
Qualitest Pharmaceuticals has launched montelukast sodium tablets and chewable tablets, indicated for treating the symptoms of asthma and allergic rhinitis.
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SensatioNail unveils gel polish removal kit, tool
Pacific World Corp.’s SensatioNail nail care brand has rolled out the SensatioNail Gel Polish Removal Kit and Gel Polish Removal Tool.
CoverGirl signs up P!nk
Rock singer P!nk has become the latest in a long line of CoverGirls. The Procter & Gamble makeup brand said Monday that P!nk recently wrapped up her first print advertising campaign with CoverGirl, which will debut in fall. And later this fall, the rock star will be the face of a
URAC to spotlight expanding role of pharmacist
Accreditation organization URAC will explore the changing role of the community pharmacist in a webinar later this month. URAC said Monday that the Aug. 22 webinar will feature featuring Terry McInnis, president of health care consultancy Blue Thorn Inc.
Walgreens touts access with flu shot program
Walgreen Co. is now providing flu shots without an appointment at its over 7,900 drug stores nationwide and more than 360 Take Care Clinics.
Sam’s Club plans children’s health screenings
Sam’s Club this weekend is scheduled to host free children’s health screenings at all of its pharmacy locations. The Walmart warehouse club chain said Monday that its more than 500 pharmacies will hold children’s health checks on Saturday, Aug. 11, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Winn-Dixie adds generic Plavix to Rx discount plan
Winn-Dixie has made the generic version of the blood thinner Plavix part of its new prescription savings program.
Rite Aid begins offering flu shots chainwide
Rite Aid Corp. has kicked off its annual flu shot program, providing seasonal flu vaccinations at its more than 4,600 drug stores nationwide.
MinuteClinic achieves a first in accreditation
MinuteClinic has become the first retail clinic provider to achieve three straight Gold Seal of Approval awards from The Joint Commission, an independent accreditation and certification organization.
Generics saved $1 trillion over past decade, GPhA study finds
The savings to consumers and the U.S. health care system from the use of generic prescription drugs has climbed to a rate of $1 billion every other day, according to a study from the Generic Pharmaceutical Association (GPhA).
Sandoz rolls out generic of Dovonex Cream
Sandoz has introduced in the United States its first-to-file calcipotriene cream (.005%), a topical medication for psoriasis. The company said Friday that its product marks the first generic version of LEO Pharma Inc.’s Dovonex Cream (.005%) in the United States.
Illinois governor, Walgreens unveil economic plan
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn and Walgreen Co. have announced an economic growth plan that calls for the drug chain to create 500 jobs over three years and invest $75 million to expand and renovate more than two dozen corporate offices in metropolitan Chicago.
Bartell set to launch school supplies drive
Next week, Bartell Drugs will kick off its annual school supplies donation drive. The Puget Sound-area drug chain said Friday that the ninth annual School Tools for Kids in Need program, which will support local students through World Vision’s Teacher Resource Center in Fife, Wash., runs from Aug.
Laros becomes partner at TABS Group
Market research and consulting firm The TABS Group has promoted Bill Laros to partner.