It’s time to build on Hatch-Waxman’s legacy
When President Ronald Reagan signed the Drug Price Competition and Patent Term Restoration Act 30 years ago, few could imagine how the law would transform the health care landscape.
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Does a direct delivery model threaten Rx?
Are we seeing the first early “green shoots” of a new industry disruptor? Possibly. Big Pharma has started experimenting with direct-to-consumer models to fill prescriptions, effectively circumventing the retail pharmacy.
DC pharmacy health fair
Pharmacists Perform Health Screenings on Capitol Hill to Demonstrate Patient Care Services Share This Page Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on email Share on print September 18, 2014 Event brings pharmacist-provided patient care services directly to some of our nation’s key decision makers.
CVS/pharmacy reiterates commitment to safe Rx disposal
CVS/pharmacy has renewed its Medication Disposal for Safer Communities donation program to help promote the proper disposal of medicines. CVS Safer Communities drug collection unit.
NACDS marks milestone for Hatch-Waxman Act
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores spotlighted the impact of generic drugs on the pharmacy industry and health care sector overall as the landmark Hatch-Waxman Act marks its 30th anniversary.
Dr. Reddy’s launches Xopenex generic
Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories has rolled out levalbuterol inhalation solution, a bronchodilator medication. The company said Wednesday that its levalbuterol inhalation product is a generic version of Xopenex (levalbuterol hydrochloride) from Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc. Dr.
Olay names Katie Holmes as brand ambassador
Skin care brand Olay has made actress Katie Holmes its first global brand ambassador. Procter & Gamble Co.
Zim’s adds vapor rub to health care lineup
Zim’s has expanded its product roster with the introduction of Zim’s Advanced Vapor Rub. Perfecta Products Inc., the maker of the brand, said Wednesday that the vapor rub come in two forms: a traditional jar and a four-ounce tube with a no mess, easy-on applicator. The company noted that the tube
LDI acquires syringe maker UltiMed
LDI Ltd. has acquired UltiMed Inc., a manufacturer of injection-related devices for the consumer, institutional and veterinary markets. Terms of the acquisition agreement weren’t disclosed.
Study: Pharmacy customers are more satisfied
Customer satisfaction at pharmacies is up from a year ago, and for the second straight year Good Neighbor Pharmacy rated highest among chain drug stores, according to the J.D. Power 2014 U.S. Pharmacy Study. The top overall score among brick-and-mortar pharmacies in J.D.
Administration looks to iron out wrinkles in ACA
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) remains a work in progress, even with the next open-enrollment period for health insurance under the law just six weeks away.
ReCept granted ACHC specialty pharmacy accreditation
ReCept Pharmacy has earned full specialty pharmacy accreditation from the Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC).
CVS Health enters new clinical affiliations
CVS Health formed three new clinical affiliations with academic medical centers in Maryland, Texas and Alabama.
Coke, Pepsi, Dr. Pepper Snapple vow to rein in calories
The Coca-Cola Co., PepsiCo and Dr. Pepper Snapple Group have made a commitment to reduce the amount of calories that Americans consume from their beverages.
AmerisourceBergen unit aids access to Canadian market
AmerisourceBergen Corp. division Innomar Strategies has begun providing U.S. manufacturers access to the Canadian health care market through its new 160,000-square-foot distribution center and wholesale/import expertise.
P&G wins Crest Whitestrips patent infringement case
Procter & Gamble Co. has prevailed in a patent infringement lawsuit involving its Crest Whitestrips tooth whitening product. P&G said Tuesday that the U.S.