Pharmacy
CARE appoints two industry vets to its board
CARE Pharmacies Cooperative Inc. has named Lionel Phillips and Dean Gruber to its 2019 Board of Directors. Both appointees have been recognized nationally for their continued contributions to community and retail pharmacy.
Schnucks regional specialty pharmacy earns URAC accreditation
ST. LOUIS – Schnuck Markets announced this week that its regional specialty pharmacy, located in Maryland Heights, Mo., earned URAC accreditation. URAC is the independent leader in promoting healthcare quality through accreditation, certification, and measurement.
NACDS RxIMPACT Day on Capitol Hill will keep DIR fee reform front-and-center
In just over two weeks, pharmacy advocates from all 50 states will travel to Washington, D.C. for NACDS RxIMPACT Day on Capitol Hill.
Janssen’s nasal spray for depression recommended for approval by FDA
The Janssen Pharmaceutical Cos. of Johnson & Johnson announced this week that the U.S.
Drugs targeting metastatic cancers, opioid addiction now available through AllianceRx Walgreens Prime
AllianceRx Walgreens Prime, a leading central specialty and home delivery pharmacy, can now offer new medicines to patients with certain rare, chronic and complex conditions.
Camber launches new generic for Detrol LA
PISCATAWAY, N.J. – Camber Pharmaceuticals announces the addition of tolterodine tartrate ER capsules to its growing portfolio of products. Tolterodine tartrate ER capsules are the generic version of Detrol LA from Pharmacia & Upjohn Co. and is used to treat overactive bladder.
CVS Health unveils new concept stores
CVS Health has unveiled a new health-focused store concept here that’s designed to help the pharmacy chain become more of a health-care provider.
Lewis Drug acquires six Shopko pharmacies
Lewis Drug announced that the chain has purchased pharmacy assets, including prescription files and records, from Shopko Stores in the following six communities: Madison, Mitchell and Sisseton, S.D.; Luverne and St. James, Minn. and Ida Grove, Iowa.
NACDS urges DIR fee reform to House Ways and Means Committee
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) Tuesday submitted a statement to the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Ways and Means for the hearing titled “The Cost of Rising Prescription Drug Prices.
Lupin gets FDA nod for depression drug
Lupin announced on Tuesday that it has received approval from the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to market a generic version of Alvogen’s Fluoxetine Tablets, 60mg. Fluoxetine is indicated in the treatment of major depressive disorders.
NACDS, NCPA thank patient, consumer groups for stance on DIR fee reform
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) and the National Community Pharmacists Association (NCPA) Tuesday lauded 24 patient and consumer groups for advocating for pharmacy direct and indirect remuneration (DIR) fee reform.
Omnicell featuring vision for fully digitized, autonomous pharmacy at conference
Omnicell is showcasing the industry’s most comprehensive and customizable platform of medication management solutions at the HIMSS19 Conference & Exhibition, taking place February 11-15 in Orlando, Fla.
Study: Health care systems will focus on reducing costs, improving patient experience in 2019
SAP SE Monday announced findings from a commissioned survey of health care executives conducted by Porter Research on behalf of SAP.
Eisai teams up to bring to life the #ThisIsMBC Elements campaign through fashion
Presenting sponsor Eisai and METAvivor announced Monday that they have joined forces with AnaOno Intimates and Project #Cancerland to bring to life the #ThisIsMBC Elements campaign through fashion, during New York Fashion Week.
Launch of CSS Health aimed at improving patient care through better medication management
With an increasing number of people across the U.S.