Express Scripts simplifies pharmacy experience
A suite of high-impact, data-driven engagement programs from Express Scripts are said to be simplifying the prescribing experience for physicians and providers.
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RxSpark offers new ecommerce platform for prescription discounts
PS Deals, Inc. has launched a new one-stop health and pharmaceuticals ecommerce platform enabling consumers to locate the lowest prices on prescription medication at local pharmacies and find discounts on an extensive range of supplementary health products called RxSpark.
With Aetna deal nearing, CVS names new team
CVS Health has announced the management team that, following the close of the Aetna acquisition, will lead the combined company into the future.
Thrifty White teams with PrescribeWellness
IRVINE, Calif.– PrescribeWellness today announced a unique partnership with Thrifty White Drug Stores, an employee-owned pharmacy with more than 100 stores in six states.
PCMA issues statement on new OIG Medicare Part D report
The Pharmaceutical Care Management Association (PCMA) released the following statement on a Medicare Part D report released by the Office of Inspector (OIG), U.S.
NACDS highlights pharmacy’s major role in rural health care
In a statement to the Senate Finance Committee this week on the challenges of health care and ways to improve it in rural America, the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) honed in on the specific and key contributions pharmacy provides in rural communities.
PDX unveils inventory management tool, Turn Rx
PDX Inc. is bringing to market its predictive inventory management solution called Turn Rx. Turn Rx provides an intuitive web user interface that enables a pharmacy business to manage and track inventory at a store and corporate level.
Lupin gets FDA approval for treatment of skin infections
Lupin announced that it has received final approval for its Nystatin and Triamcinolone Acetonide Cream USP, 100,000 units/gram and 1mg/gram, from the United States Food and Drug Administration to market a generic version of Delcor Asset Corporation’s (Delcor) Mycolog-II Cream.
Leveraging tech to transform pharmacy practice
As the future of pharmacy technology continues to expand past simple work-flow tools, pharmacies are beginning to shift their focus to implementing solutions that not only help them deliver better patient care but also drive improvements in their clinical, operational, financial and regulatory compl
Rite Aid unveils safe medication disposal program
In an effort combat drug abuse and misuse, Rite Aid Corp. announced today its plans to install 100 medication disposal units in selected pharmacies over the next year.
Lupin appoints Hart president – specialty for U.S. business
Lupin announced the appointment of Nicholas (Nick) Hart as president – specialty for its U.S. business. Hart will lead the specialty strategic business unit in the United States and will be responsible for Lupin’s specialty brand business growth strategy, P&L and organization.
Express Scripts teams with PinnacleCare on new program
Express Scripts announced a new Rare Conditions Care Value (RCCV) program with the introduction of a support service known as Second Opinion in partnership with PinnacleCare a private health advisory firm that offers personalized guidance and expert case review.
TherapeuticsMD gets FDA approval for Imvexxy
TherapeuticsMD, an innovative women’s healthcare company, announced that the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Imvexxy (estradiol vaginal inserts) for the treatment of moderate-to-severe dyspareunia (vaginal pain associated with sexual activity), a symptom of vulvar and v
Lupin’s Solosec now available in U.S. pharmacies
Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc. announced that Solosec (secnidazole) 2g oral granules for the treatment of bacterial vaginosis (BV) in adult women is now available to patients across the United States.
Online mental health tool introduced by SDM
Shoppers Drug Mart (SDM) has launched an online interactive mental health tool with the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH). The Mental Health Self Check gives Canadian women an easy, accessible way to assess their emotional well-being.
Tech facilitates high-volume Rx management
As the future of community and independent pharmacy becomes increasingly unpredictable, many pharmacies are utilizing automation to position themselves for success. According to research from the BBC, the global market for pharmacy automation held a value of $3.