Pennsylvania Pharmacy Council opposes PBM merger
The Pennsylvania Pharmacy Council (PPC) has declared its opposition to the planned merger between pharmacy benefit managers Express Scripts Inc. and Medco Health Solutions.
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Perrigo gets FDA OK for Mucinex generic
Perrigo Co. has received final approval from the Food and Drug Administration for its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for guaifenesin extended-release tablets (600 mg), indicated for chest congestion.
Walgreens executive joins NCQA board
Jeffrey Kang, senior vice president of pharmacy, health and wellness services and solutions at Walgreen Co., has been named to the board of directors of the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA).
Holiday shopping: Strong start for drug stores
Drug stores were among the beneficiaries of the strong start to this year’s holiday shopping season. According to a National Retail Federation (NRF) survey conducted by BIGresearch, 14% of the more than 3,800 consumers polled — translating to a national sample of over 18.
Pharmaca wins private-label design award
Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy was honored with a first-place Design Excellence Award at the 2011 Private Label Manufacturers Association Annual Trade Show in Chicago. Pharmaca’s store-brand hand soaps were recognized for superior package design.
Walgreens unveils same-day pickup for photo items
At more than 3,000 stores nationwide, Walgreen Co. is offering same-day service for many popular photo products, including photo books, calendars, folded cards, holidays cards and other personalized items.
Not Your Mother’s hair care to boost retail presence
Not Your Mother’s hair care products are slated to hit shelves at more than 7,500 new retail outlets early next year. Parent company Demert Brands Inc.
Par promotes execs to president, COO
Thomas Haughey has been named president and Paul Campanelli has been appointed chief operating officer at Par Pharmaceutical Cos.
Pfizer inks deal to buy Excaliard
Pfizer Inc. has agreed to acquire Excaliard Pharmaceuticals Inc., a privately owned biopharmaceutical company focused on developing novel drugs for the treatment of skin fibrosis, or skin scarring.
NACDS joins in lawsuit against Medi-Cal cuts
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores has allied with the California Pharmacists Association (CPhA), California Medical Association (CMA) and California Dental Association (CDA) to file a lawsuit against the California Department of Healthcare Services (DHCS) and the U.S.
Navarro readies rollout of Hispanic private label
Navarro Discount Pharmacy soon plans to roll out its Vida Mia private label — believed to be the nation’s first brand targeting Hispanics across all product categories — to its 30 drug stores in the Miami area. Navarro’s Vida Mia brand was on display in the Latino Markets area of the 2011 PLMA
Snags hold back potential of e-prescribing, HHS study finds
Doctor’s offices and pharmacies see electronic prescribing as a key tool for improving patient safety and saving time, but they face barriers to realizing the technology’s full benefit, according to a study commissioned by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
NCPA: Preferred pharmacy Part D plans are restrictive
The National Community Pharmacists Association claims that many Medicare Part D prescription drug plans (PDPs) aren’t what they seem to consumers.
Gilead to acquire Pharmasset for $11 billion
Gilead Sciences Inc. plans to buy Pharmasset Inc. in a cash deal valued at about $11 billion Gilead said Monday that the acquisition will accelerate the development of an all-oral regimen for the treatment of the chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV). The companies said the combination also will
Fixodent ‘challenges’ denture wearers
Fixodent Original is putting consumers to the test with the Fixodent 12 Hour Hold Challenge. The Procter & Gamble denture adhesive brand said that through June 30, 2012, it is encouraging consumers to submit written testimonials sharing their own personal denture challenges.
Cold-EEZE wins seal of approval
Cold-EEZE, a homeopathic cold remedy, has been awarded the Parent Tested Parent Approved Winner’s Seal of Approval. ProPhase Labs, the maker of Cold-EEZE, said the PTPA seal of approval was awarded based on quality, effectiveness and value.