Rite Aid offering Flu Shot Fridays during holidays
It’s the season to spread holiday cheer – not the flu.
Pharmacy
AWS, Accenture help Merck use cloud technology to reduce drug discovery time
At AWS re:Invent, Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS), announced it is working with Accenture to help Merck to move a substantial portion of its IT infrastructure to AWS as part of the company’s multiyear cloud migration.
Camber launches generic Pepcid
PISCATAWAY, N.J.– Camber Pharmaceuticals announced the addition of famotidine powder for oral suspension, USP to its current portfolio. Famotidine powder for oral suspension, USP is indicated: In adults for the treatment of: active duodenal ulcer (DU). active gastric ulcer (GU).
Positive Dupixent results in COPD prompt FDA submission
The second Dupixent (dupilumab) investigational Phase 3 chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) trial (NOTUS) has shown that Dupixent significantly reduced (34%) exacerbations, confirming positive published results from the landmark Phase 3 BOREAS trial.
Kinney Drugs no longer accepting GoodRx Prescription Savings Cards
Kinney Drugs announced that the 100% employee-owned community pharmacy chain operating in New York and Vermont will no longer accept GoodRx Prescription Savings Cards effective December 1, 2023. “For 120+ years, Kinney Drugs has taken our responsibilities as a community pharmacy very seriously.
MyTelemedicine deploys enhanced EMR into white-label telehealth platform
MyTelemedicine (MTM), the leader in fully customizable, HIPAA-compliant white-label telehealth technology, announces the addition of a cutting-edge, advanced Electronic Medical Record (EMR) feature into its award-winning telehealth platform.
NACDS backs re-introduced Medical Nutrition Therapy Act
ARLINGTON, Va. – The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) announced its ongoing support for the newly reintroduced Medical Nutrition Therapy Act (S. 3297/H.R. 6407).
iA announces Marvin Richardson to retire; Tom Utech named CEO
iA recently announced that current president and chief operating officer, Tom Utech has been appointed the role of chief executive officer. Utech replaces Marvin Richardson, who is retiring after serving as the CEO since March 2020.
Pipeline Digest meets specialty drug market needs
When AscellaHealth released its Q3 2023 Specialty & Rare Pipeline Digest, an expert resource for FDA approval status of specialty pharmaceuticals and cell and gene therapies (CGT), this complimentary, digital source of industry information elevated support for the specialty drug market needs of all
Shared-resource model keeps supply chain flowing
It’s no secret that the supply chain still faces challenges stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic. Even with the public health emergency declared over in May, some supply chain disruptions persist. Thankfully, improved pharmaceutical distribution and transportation solutions can lessen that burden.
Harnessing AI to overcome next year’s DIR hurdle
It’s no secret that pharmacies and the health care professionals that staff them are under extreme pressure. Pharmacies face a daily challenge in keeping up with prescription demand, as they contend with shrinking profits and a diminishing number of staff willing to endure the demanding workload.
Hybrid pharmacy model boosts behavioral health
The history of behavioral health pharmacy is marked by significant developments in the understanding and treatment of mental health and substance abuse disorders.
Camber launches generic Wellbutrin SR
Camber Pharmaceuticals announced the addition of bupropion HCl ER tablets, USP (SR) to its current portfolio. Bupropion HCl ER tablets, USP (SR) are an aminoketone antidepressant, indicated for the treatment of major depressive disorder.
NACDS honors member pharmacies during National Diabetes Month
ARLINGTON, Va. – In honor of National Diabetes Month, the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) is releasing a series of social posts showcasing NACDS member pharmacies as they highlight diabetes prevention and management efforts throughout November.
Rite Aid sues DOJ to stop opioid lawsuit
Rite Aid has reportedly filed a lawsuit to stop the U.S. Department of Justice from proceeding with a lawsuit against the company over its alleged involvement in nation’s opioid crisis.
Pharmacy technician membership organization launches
Today, The Pharmacy Technician Society℠(TPTS), a national membership organization exclusively dedicated to further elevating pharmacy technician roles in patient care and recognizing their significant contributions to healthcare, launched its operations.