Nestlé reorganizes infant nutrition business
The Nestlé board of directors has decided to change the organization of the infant nutrition business at Nestlé to enhance further the company’s ability to win in this high-growth category.
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Merck gets FDA Approval for GONAL-f prefilled pen
Merck has received approval for a new version of GONAL-f (follitropin alfa injection) prefilled pen from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Known as GONAL-f RFF Redi-ject prefilled pen in the U.S.
AstraZeneca cleared to market Fasenra biologic for asthma
AstraZeneca plans to release Fasenra, its newly approved biologic drug for severe asthma, to U.S. pharmacies in the coming weeks.
Culturelle Baby probiotics line introduced
Culturelle is launching Culturelle Baby, a new line of probiotics formulated for children up to 24 months. The i-Health Inc.
SinfulColors debuts color cosmetics, signs Hudgens
SinfulColors has delved into the color cosmetics market with the introduction of a new makeup collection and the signing of actress and singer Vanessa Hudgens as global color collaborator.
Cardinal Health zeroes in on opioid abuse
Building on its efforts to fight the opioid abuse epidemic, Cardinal Health Inc. has launched an initiative targeting one of the nation’s hardest-hit areas.
Higi backs redefined levels for high blood pressure
Health screening kiosk maker higi SH LLC welcomed reduced standards for high blood pressure (BP) released this week by the American Heart Association (AHA) and the American College of Cardiology (ACC).
Cardinal Health sells China pharma business for $1.2 billion
Cardinal Health Inc. plans to sell its Cardinal Health China business to Shanghai Pharmaceuticals Holding Co. Ltd. for $1.2 billion.
Advantage Solutions to acquire Daymon Worldwide
Sales and marketing firm Advantage Solutions is buying retail and brand marketing specialist Daymon Worldwide. Financial terms of the transaction weren’t disclosed. Under the agreement, Daymon will continue to operate as a separate legal entity at its Stamford, Conn., headquarters.
Upsher-Smith parent sells stake in U.S. generics unit
Upsher-Smith Laboratories LLC said its Japan-based parent, Sawai Pharmaceutical Co., has agreed to sell a 20% stake in its Sawai America Inc. subsidiary to Sumitomo Corp. of Americas (SCOA). Under the deal, SCOA — part of global conglomerate Sumitomo Corp.
Crossmark Canada makes leadership appointments
Crossmark Canada has promoted Kim Thompson to senior vice president of client and business development and hired Steve Noble as director for Marketing Werks.
Innovus releases FlutiCare OTC spray to pharmacies
Innovus Pharmaceuticals Inc. has begun rolling out FlutiCare OTC allergy nasal spray to U.S. pharmacies.
Pfizer appoints Albert Bourla to new COO post
In a fine-tuning of its executive leadership, Pfizer Inc. has named Albert Bourla as chief operating officer, a newly created position. Pfizer said Bourla, 56, currently group president of the Pfizer Innovative Health business unit, is slated to start in the COO role on Jan. 1.
Eosera launches Earwax MD on Amazon Canada
FORT WORTH – Eosera Inc. has made its earwax dissolving product, Earwax MD, available in the Canadian market on Amazon.ca. Eosera said Tuesday that the Canadian market rollout marks the beginning of the company’s international expansion. On Amazon.
Lil’ Drug Store to roll out NoDoz to convenience stores
Next week, Lil’ Drug Store Products Inc. plans to begin distribution of its NoDoz alertness aid caplets to the convenience store channel. Lil’ Drug Store Products said Monday that NoDoz alertness aid caplets will be available for shipment to convenience stores starting on Nov. 20.
MicroTouch debuts Solo all-in-one ‘smart’ razor
MicroTouch has added a “smart” all-in-one razor, dubbed the MicroTouch Solo, to its economically priced men’s grooming line. The IdeaVillage Products Corp.