Pantene kicks off global #ShineStrong campaign
In the wake of its recent success of the thought-provoking "Be Strong and Shine" viral video, which depicts gender labels in the workplace, Pantene is launching the global #ShineStrong campaign.
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Bristol-Myers to sell AstraZeneca its stake in diabetes venture
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. has agreed to sell its global diabetes business that was part of its collaboration with AstraZeneca. The company said Thursday that under the agreement, it will receive an upfront payment of $2.
GSK, Theravance inhaler for COPD cleared by FDA
GlaxoSmithKline plc and Theravance Inc.
SheaMoisture earns kudos for beauty, personal care products
SheaMoisture has won accolades, including "best of beauty" and similar awards, from a variety high-profile publications during 2013.
Perrigo closes acquisition of Elan
Perrigo Co. has completed its $8.6 billion deal to acquire Irish pharmaceutical company Elan Corp. Perrigo said Wednesday that under the acquisition, announced in July, it has combined with Elan to form a new company incorporated in Ireland, which has adopted the global name Perrigo Company plc.
Pfizer, Teva settle Viagra patent litigation
Pfizer Inc. and Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. have reached a settlement to resolve patent litigation related to Teva’s generic version of Pfizer’s Viagra erectile dysfunction tablets.
Depomed purchases Cambia from Nautilus
Depomed Inc. has acquired the United States rights to migraine medication Cambia (diclofenac potassium for oral solution) from Nautilus Neurosciences for $48.7 million.
Zelo Brazilian Keratin hair care line carried by Walgreens.com
Boca Cosmetics Group’s Zelo Brazilian Keratin hair care line is now being sold through Walgreens.com. The company said Tuesday that since its successful launch of on Home Shopping Network in 2012, Zelo has grown exponentially. In October, the product line became available via drugstore.com.
Pfizer appoints new head of vaccines, oncology, consumer health unit
Pfizer Inc. has named company veteran Albert Bourla as group president of its Vaccines, Oncology and Consumer Healthcare business. The pharmaceutical maker said Tuesday that Bourla is slated to take over the role on Jan. 1.
FDA scrutinizes antibacterial soaps
The Food and Drug Administration has proposed a rule calling on manufacturers of antibacterial hand soaps and body washes to show that their products are safe for long-term daily use and more effective than plain soap and water in preventing illness and the spread of certain infections.
Kellogg unveils spate of new food items
Kellogg Co. is introducing a flurry of new products from some of its most popular brands, including cereal, snacks and frozen foods.
Endo adds migraine treatment with deal to buy NuPathe
Endo Health Solutions plans to acquire specialty drug maker NuPathe Inc. in a $105 million cash deal.
Coca-Cola unveils organizational, leadership changes
The Coca-Cola Co. has announced sweeping management and organizational changes that will eliminate its Coca-Cola Americas unit.
Campbell Soup appoints integrated marketing exec
Yin Woon Rani has joined Campbell Soup Co. as vice president of integrated marketing, a newly created position.
First Cymbalta generics OK’d by FDA
Six pharmaceutical companies have received approval from the Food and Drug Administration for the first generic versions of Eli Lilly’s Cymbalta, a prescription medication used to treat depression and other conditions. The FDA said Wednesday that it has cleared Aurobindo Pharma Ltd., Dr.
Align launches “Gutsy” online challenge
Procter & Gamble’s Align probiotic brand has kicked off its "Get Gutsy" challenge, aimed at helping give people the confidence to experience one of those "gutsy moments.