Hyland’s promotes Hamilton to president
Homeopathic medicine maker Hyland’s Inc. has named Les Hamilton to succeed Dale Nepsa as president. Hyland’s said Thursday that Nepsa has retired after 25 years at Hyland’s.
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Sandoz releases generic Crestor in U.S. market
Sandoz has launched rosuvastatin calcium tablets, a cholesterol-lowering medication, in the United States.
ECRM tabs Bennett as retail senior VP
Efficient Collaborative Retail Marketing (ECRM) has named Wayne Bennett as senior vice president of retail. ECRM said Thursday that Bennett will assume his new role on Aug. 2.
AZO launches Urinary Tract Defense
AZO has expanded its line of over-the-counter women’s health products with AZO Urinary Tract Defense, a medicine for urinary tract infections (UTI). The i-Health Inc. brand said AZO Urinary Tract Defense “helps women play defense when UTI symptoms strike.
Unilever to acquire Dollar Shave Club
Unilever plans to buy Dollar Shave Club, the U.S.-based razor blade subscription service that has jolted the men’s shaving category. Financial terms of the agreement weren’t disclosed.
Clarion Brands acquires Florajen probiotics
Clarion Brands has expanded its over-the-counter health product lineup with the acquisition of the Florajen probiotic brand. Financial terms of the deal weren’t disclosed. Clarion said Tuesday that the purchase of Florajen, marketed by American Lifeline Inc., now gives it three No.
Aurobino gets approval for Vicoprofen generic
Aurobindo Pharma Ltd. has been cleared by the Food and Drug Administration to market hydrocodone bitartrate and ibuprofen tablets 7.5 mg/200 mg (C-II), a combination opioid and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) painkiller.
Perrigo releases store-brand version of Zegerid OTC
Perrigo Co. plc has received approval from the Food and Drug Administration for omeprazole and sodium bicarbonate capsules 20 mg/1100 mg, an over-the-counter medicine for heartburn.
Bayer launches Aleve TENS device for back pain
Bayer has rolled out a TENS device under its Aleve pain relief brand, called Aleve Direct Therapy. The company said the back pain product is now available in the analgesics aisle at retailers nationwide.
Tampax, Always Radiant Collection tours with Trainor
The Radiant Collection, a feminine care line from Procter & Gamble Co.’s Tampax and Always brands, has signed on as a sponsor for “The Untouchable Tour” of singer Meghan Trainor. P&G said The Radiant Collection will be on-site at 26 dates throughout Trainor’s U.S. tour and online.
Prestige Brands CFO to join ConAgra Foods
Next month, Prestige Brands Holdings Inc. chief financial officer David Marberger is slated to leave the company to join ConAgra Foods Inc. as executive vice president and CFO. Plans call for Marberger to take over the CFO post on Aug. 29, ConAgra said Thursday.
Shire set to release Xiidra dry eye drops in U.S.
Shire plc has received Food and Drug Administration approval for Xiidra 5% (lifitegrast ophthalmic solution), a twice-daily eye drop solution for dry eye. Plans call for Xiidra to launch in the United States in the third quarter.
Lannett ships Paxil CR generic
Lannett Co. has been cleared by the Food and Drug Administration to market paroxetine extended-release tablets, an antidepressant, in strengths of 12.5 mg, 25 mg and 37.5 mg. The company said its product, a generic version of Paxil CR extended-release tablets (12.5 mg, 25 mg and 37.
Blistex acquires TUCKS brand
Blistex Inc. has purchased the TUCKS brand of over-the-counter rectal medications from Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc. Financial terms of the agreement weren’t disclosed. Blistex said Monday that the deal includes the TUCKS businesses in North America as well as international trademark rights.
Galderma cleared to market Differin Gel OTC
Galderma Laboratories L.P. has gained Food and Drug Administration approval for Differin Gel, an over-the-counter treatment for acne. Galderma said Friday that Differin Gel (adapalene gel 0.
Scott’s Liquid Gold buys Prell, Denorex, Zincon brands
Scott’s Liquid Gold-Inc. has acquired of the Prell, Denorex and Zincon brands of hair and scalp care products from Ultimark Products Inc. Scott’s said Thursday that it purchased the three consumer brands for approximately $9.1 million, subject to adjustment.