Retailer of the Year award winners honored
Chain Drug Review presented its 2018 Retailer of the Year awards Wednesday night in New York City. The event drew retailer and supplier executives from across the food, drug and mass channels.
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Pet lovers embrace CBD products in growing pet supplements market
From notable market growth to the expanding presence of CBD (cannabidiol) products, these are exciting and innovative times for the pet supplements industry, according to market research firm Packaged Facts in the brand new report Pet Supplements in the U.S., 7th Edition.
Edgewell Personal Care to combine with Harry’s
Edgewell Personal Care Co. and Harry’s Thursday announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Edgewell will combine with Harry’s in a cash and stock transaction that values Harry’s at $1.37 billion.
Perrigo acquires Ranir Global Holdings
Perrigo announced Thursday that it has reached a definitive agreement to purchase privately-held Ranir Global Holdings in a transaction valued at $750 million on a cash-free, debt-free basis, or approximately $685 million net of cash tax benefits on a present value basis.
Drug prices to appear in TV ads
TV commercials for prescription drugs will soon include the price, giving consumers more information upfront to help with medication choices.
Walmart raises minimum age to purchase tobacco to 21
Walmart reported on Wednesday that it will raise the minimum age to buy tobacco products and e-cigarettes at its U.S. stores to 21 amid growing pressure from government agencies to cut tobacco sales and use among minors.
Carol’s Daughter celebrates the power of mother-daughter relationships
NEW YORK – Carol’s Daughter announces the launch of its “True To Your Roots” campaign, dedicated to the deep-rooted bond between mothers and daughters and embracing the power of family tradition.
Legislation introduced to ensure accountability in DEA quotas for Rx opioid painkillers
WASHINGTON – For 2019, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has approved the manufacture of the equivalent of almost eight billion 10-milligram pills of OxyContin.
The Relief Products expands PM portfolio
The Relief Products has added to its portfolio of remedies to include PM ointments to provide relief for conditions that tend to worsen at night.
Walmart opening more veterinary clinics, launching online pet pharmacy
BENTONVILLE, Ark. – Walmart announced it will be opening up dozens more veterinary clinics in its stores and launching its first online pet pharmacy, hoping to lure more U.S. pet owners who are spending billions of dollars each year on their dogs and cats.
Lupin receives tentative U.S. FDA approval for fosaprepitant for injection
Lupin announced that it has received tentative approval for its fosaprepitant for injection, 150 mg single-dose vial, from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to market a generic version of Emend for Injection, 150 mg Single-Dose Vial, of Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp. (Merck).
CVS Health moves up on top 50 diversity list
CVS Health has earned a spot on DiversityInc’s Top 50 Companies for Diversity list for the third consecutive year. This year’s No. 27 ranking, up 13 spots from 2018, is in recognition of the company’s commitment to promoting diversity across its enterprise. CVS Health was also named No.
Cardinal survey looks at supply chain issues
Clinicians report spending more than twice the amount of time they would like to on supply chain-related tasks, and as a result have less time with patients and increased stress levels, according to the fourth annual Cardinal Health Hospital Supply Chain Survey.
IRI offers food for thought on CPG innovation
IRI, a global leader in innovative solutions and services for consumer, retail and media companies, announced Wednesday the release of its 2018 New Product Pacesetters, its 23rd annual report, highlighting the most successful new product launches across food and beverage, non-food and convenience st
Premier to exit specialty pharmacy business
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Premier, a leading health care improvement company, is exiting its specialty pharmacy business to enhance the company’s focus on the continuing evolution of its core supply chain, enterprise analytics and performance improvement capabilities.
Two unique and poppable confections from SweeTARTS feature multiple flavors and colors
SweeTARTS is launching one-of-a-kind, bite-sized confections inspired by two of its best-selling product lines: SweeTARTS Soft & Chewy Ropes and SweeTARTS Mini Chewy.