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CVS survey serves as flu shot reminder

CVS survey serves as flu shot reminder

CVS Health has released findings from a poll on flu immunization as it urges families to get their shots during National Influenza Vaccination Week with the approach of peak flu season. A recent CVS survey found that 61% of Americans get a flu vaccine every year or plan to get one this

Lannett to distribute Toprol-XL generic

Lannett to distribute Toprol-XL generic

Lannett Co. has entered into an agreement with Aralez Pharmaceuticals Trading DAC, an Irish designated activity company, to become the exclusive U.S. distributor for metoprolol succinate extended-release tablets, a cardiovascular medication. Financial terms weren’t disclosed.

Jean Coutu shareholders OK acquisition by Metro

Jean Coutu shareholders OK acquisition by Metro

Jean Coutu Group shareholders have overwhelmingly approved the planned sale of the pharmacy chain to Quebec food and drug retailer Metro Inc. Jean Coutu said Wednesday that a near-unanimous 99.9% of votes cast sanctioned the $4.

First Rite Aid stores go to Walgreens

First Rite Aid stores go to Walgreens

Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) has taken over the first group of Rite Aid stores as part of the asset sale agreement the companies unveiled in September. Rite Aid Corp. said late Monday that it has transferred 97 stores and related assets to WBA. This completes the pilot closing and first subsequent

Unilever agrees to purchase Sundial Brands

Unilever agrees to purchase Sundial Brands

Unilever has announced an agreement to acquire Sundial Brands, a leading haircare and skincare company recognized for its innovative use of high-quality and culturally authentic ingredients. Sundial’s brands include SheaMoisture, Nubian Heritage, Madam C.J. Walker and nyakio.

Teva unveils reorganization plan

Teva unveils reorganization plan

Just over two months after naming a new chief executive officer, Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., the world’s largest maker of generic drugs, is reorganizing its business and leadership structure.

Analysts size up Amazon’s pharmacy opportunity

Analysts size up Amazon’s pharmacy opportunity

Pharmacy stands as a sizable growth opportunity for Amazon, and its avenues for market entry include acquisitions, with Rite Aid Corp. and Diplomat Pharmacy Inc. among potential targets, according to Cowen analysts John Blackledge and Charles Rhyee.

Greg Bradley named Foundation Consumer Healthcare CEO

Greg Bradley named Foundation Consumer Healthcare CEO

Foundation Consumer Healthcare (FCH) has named Greg Bradley president and chief executive officer. The move comes as Foundation Consumer Healthcare has completed its $675 million acquisition of Plan B One-Step and two value emergency contraceptive brands from Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.