Aurobindo gets FDA nod for prednisolone tablets USP, 5mg
EAST WINDSOR, N.J. – Aurobindo Pharma has received final approval from U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its Abbreviated New Drug Application for Prednisolone Tablets USP, 5mg.
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Texas pharmacist honored for excellence in innovation
Upsher-Smith and the National Alliance of State Pharmacy Associations (NASPA) announced that the Texas recipient of NASPA’s Excellence in Innovation award: Saba Syed, Senior Director of Clinical Quality Pharmacy at VillageMD.
HDA survey indicates more preparation needed for connecting EPCIS-enabled systems before DSCSA deadline
Data released by the Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA) indicate more preparation is needed to ensure all healthcare supply chain partners are ready to meet the requirements of the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA).
TopRx provides on-the-ground perspective during Rep. Kustoff’s facility visit
On May 4, HDA distributor member company TopRx gave a tour of their headquarters in Bartlett, Tenn., to Representative David Kustoff (R-Tenn.-08).
Yaral Pharma partners with EVERSANA
Yaral Pharma the United States generics subsidiary of IBSA (Institut Biochimique SA) announced its expanding partnership with EVERSANA, a leading provider of commercialization services to the global life sciences industry, as its key commercialization partner to support the expansion of its portfoli
FDA approves the Cyltezo Pen
RIDGEFIELD, Conn. – Boehringer Ingelheim announced Monday that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the Cyltezo Pen, a new autoinjector option for Cyltezo (adalimumab-adbm), an FDA-approved Interchangeable biosimilar to Humira (adalimumab).
CEO transition underway at Thrifty White
Bob Narveson, chairman, president and chief executive officer of Thrifty White Pharmacy since 1999, plans to relinquish the latter two roles at the beginning of next year, when he will pass the torch to chief operating officer Justin Heiser.
RedSail Technologies and InfiniTrak announce partnership
SPARTANBURG, S.C. – RedSail Technologies announced an exciting partnership with InfiniTrak, a leading provider of track and trace compliance solutions, to deliver a fully integrated Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) solution to the esteemed RedSail network of pharmacies.
Walgreens to pay San Francisco $230M in opioid settlement
San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu announced Wednesday that he has reached a nearly $230 million settlement agreement with Walgreens following the City’s win in federal court against the pharmacy chain and opioid distributor.
Lunsumio, Jaypirca now available at AllianceRx Walgreens Pharmacy
AllianceRx Walgreens Pharmacy, one of the largest specialty and home delivery pharmacies in the U.S., will now distribute two medications indicated for adults with certain types of lymphoma.
Upsher-Smith adds Dicyclomine HCl Capsules to line
MAPLE GROVE, Minn. – Upsher-Smith announced the launch of Dicyclomine Hydrochloride Capsules, USP 10 mg. The company now offers the product in tablet and capsule forms. The dicyclomine hydrochloride capsule market had U.S. sales of approximately $36.
Mesmerize expands reach in pharmacy and grocery locations with Higi partnership
Mesmerize has announced a new partnership with Higi, a Modivcare service and consumer health engagement company.
NIH study finds high rates of persistent chronic pain among U.S. adults
A study from the National Institutes of Health shows that new cases of chronic pain occur more often among U.S. adults than new cases of several other common conditions, including diabetes, depression, and high blood pressure.
NACDS Foundation sponsors 41st Annual March of Dimes Gourmet Gala
On Wednesday, May 10, March of Dimes hosted its 41st Annual March of Dimes Gourmet Gala in Washington, DC, and the National Association of Chain Drug Stores Foundation (NACDS Foundation) returned — for the seventh year — as a Platinum Sponsor of the event.
MakoRx launches Care Connect in local pharmacies across North Carolina
MakoRx, a pioneer in providing innovative healthcare solutions, is excited to announce the expansion of its groundbreaking program, Care Connect, to local pharmacies across North Carolina.
McKesson unveils Pinpoint Community Solutions Inventory Management System
McKesson announced the launch of Pinpoint Community Solutions, an intelligent perpetual inventory management system powered by Supplylogix.