OptumRx intros 100% sustainable packaging for medication home delivery
OptumRx is becoming the first major pharmacy care services company to introduce fully sustainable medication packaging that replaces polystyrene, or foam.
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CVS issues statement on Ohio Dept. of Medicaid’s pass-through pricing
CVS Health issued the following statement on the Ohio Department of Medicaid’s “pass-through” pricing requirements: CVS Health is actively working with its Ohio Managed Medicaid clients to restructure its contracts to implement the Ohio Department of Medicaid’s new “pass-through” pricing model requi
CVS Health study says more Americans plan to get a flu shot
Marking the start of flu vaccine availability, a new survey from CVS Health found that one in five (22%) of consumers surveyed who didn’t get a flu vaccine last year say that knowledge of last year’s flu season which had flu levels that were the highest observed since 2009 makes them more likely
Technology playing huge role in pharmacy
The pharmacist plays an essential role in the continuum of care for many patients and is central to health care. While many patients might not realize it, a visit to the pharmacy is likely their most frequent opportunity to interact with a health care professional.
Mylan launches first generic for Adcirca tablets
Mylan N.V. announced the U.S. launch of tadalafil tablets USP, 20 mg, the first generic version of the reference listed drug, Eli Lilly and company’s Adcirca. Mylan Pharmaceuticals received final approval from the U.S.
Seasonal flu shots now available at Rite Aid
Rite Aid Corp. announced that seasonal flu shots are now available at the more than 2,500 Rite Aid pharmacies across the country. Patients can visit any Rite Aid pharmacy to receive a flu shot from one of Rite Aid’s more than 6,000 certified immunizing pharmacists, subject to state regulations.
GSK ships 2018-2019 seasonal influenza vaccines for U.S. market
GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) today announced it will begin shipping its quadrivalent influenza vaccines to US healthcare providers and pharmacies for the 2018-19 flu season, immediately following licensing and lot-release approval from the US Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Center for Biologics Evalua
CVS sales, earnings top Wall Street estimates
Pharmacy gains propelled CVS Health’s second quarter results ahead of Wall Street’s expectations. Retail sales for the three months ended June 30 climbed 5.7% to $20.7 billion, despite less front-end traffic. Overall same-store sales rose 5.9%. Pharmacy sales jumped 8.
MinuteClinic Video Visits now available with new app
As digital technology continues to change the health care landscape, CVS Health today announced that MinuteClinic, the company’s retail medical clinic, is rolling out a new virtual health care offering for patients with minor illnesses and injuries, skin conditions and other wellness needs.
Albertsons pharmacies stocked with flu vaccine for 2018-2019 season
Albertsons Cos. pharmacies are alerting U.S. communities that they are stocked with the flu vaccine and ready to immunize for the 2018-19 flu season. Getting the flu vaccine as soon as it becomes available is currently the best way to prevent getting and spreading the flu virus.
US WorldMeds and Salix announce U.S. roll out of Lucemyra
LOUISVILLE, K.Y. and BIDGEWATER, N.J. – US WorldMeds, LLC, and Salix Pharmaceuticals, a wholly owned subsidiary of Bausch Health Companies Inc., today announced the U.S. launch and availability of Lucemyra (lofexidine) 0.
New report from HDA looks at reverse distribution of pharmaceuticals
A new report published by the HDA Research Foundation entitled The Role of Reverse Distribution provides insights into the reverse distribution of pharmaceutical products. The Foundation estimates that this channel accounts for 3.
Upsher-Smith adds to generic portfolio
MAPLE GROVE, MN – Upsher-Smith Laboratories, LLC (Upsher-Smith) has added another product to its growing generic portfolio, supporting its commitment to expanding and diversifying its product offerings. Upsher Smith has launched four new products and two line extensions this year.
Hy-Vee in-store dietitians offering free weekly nutrition tours
Beginning this month, in-store dietitians at more than 190 Hy-Vee locations throughout its eight-state region will offer weekly health shopping tours that focus on the nutritional aspects of lowering blood pressure and cholesterol, as well as managing diabetes.
PharmaSmart applauds AHA/AMA initiative creating valid blood pressure device list
PharmaSmart International Inc., a leading health screening, and digital health management company, praised the American Heart Association (AHA) and American Medical Association (AMA) for their joint initiative to create the country’s first validated blood pressure (BP) device listing.