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Amneal set to release Yuvafem

Amneal set to release Yuvafem

Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC next month plans to begin shipping Yuvafem 10-mcg estradiol vaginal inserts, a treatment for menopausal symptoms. Amneal said Monday that its product represents the first generic equivalent of Vagifem from Novo Nordisk.

CVS Health’s ScriptSync shows results

CVS Health’s ScriptSync shows results

It’s now over a year that CVS Health launched its ScriptSync medication synchronization program, and for many participants the service has made a difference. CVS said Thursday that in the past year, more than 1 million patients have been enrolled in ScriptSync at CVS Pharmacy.

Walmart zeroes in on health, wellness

Walmart zeroes in on health, wellness

Walmart has always been a customer-driven organization, and today that orientation is much in evidence as the discounter looks to make its already formidable pharmacy, health and wellness business a more prominent part of the U.S. health care system.

Kmart Pharmacy gets some feedback on flu shots

Kmart Pharmacy gets some feedback on flu shots

A poll conducted for Kmart Pharmacy found that over a third of customers aren’t getting a flu shot, and price is a key factor in their decision making. Of more than 10,000 U.S. adults surveyed online by the Member Feedback and Insights team of Kmart parent Sears Holdings, 36% choose not

Senate bill takes aim at DIR fees

Senate bill takes aim at DIR fees

Congressional support continues to build for cracking down on direct and indirect remuneration (DIR) fees. The National Community Pharmacists Association said that four U.S.

Glenmark cleared to market Xylocaine generic

Glenmark cleared to market Xylocaine generic

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc. USA has received final approval from the Food and Drug Administration for lidocaine ointment 5%. Glemark said its product is a generic version of Xylocaine ointment 5% from AstraZeneca.

Bartell Drugs set to open 65th store

Bartell Drugs set to open 65th store

This weekend, Bartell Drugs plans to officially open its 65th store, in Seattle’s Chinatown-International District. The Puget Sound-area drug chain said a grand opening event will be held on Saturday, Sept. 17.

Pugh takes new post at Jo-Ann Stores

Pugh takes new post at Jo-Ann Stores

most recently of Fred’s and, before that, Walgreens — has shifted to a new retailing segment with his move to Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores. The fabric and craft specialty retailer announced that Pugh has joined the company as executive vice president of stores and store operations,

Shoppers Drug Mart campaigns for women’s health

Shoppers Drug Mart campaigns for women’s health

Shoppers Drug Mart and its associate-owners have launched the 15th annual SHOPPERS LOVE YOU Growing Women’s Health campaign. The Canadian drug chain said that over the next four weeks, its stores will accept donations from customers to help the company raise $3.