Amneal adds to women’s health lineup
Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC has expanded its portfolio of women’s health products with the release of Femynor, a birth control pill. Amneal said Femynor (norgestimate and ethinyl estradiol tablets, 0.25 mg/0.
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Upsher-Smith rolls out Qudexy XR savings program
Upsher-Smith Laboratories Inc. has launched a new savings and support program for Qudexy XR extended-release capsules, a once-daily, broad-spectrum anti-epileptic medication.
Revlon closes Elizabeth Arden acquisition
Revlon Inc. has completed its acquisition of fellow beauty care company Elizabeth Arden. Revlon said late Wednesday that the closing of the transaction, announced in mid-June and valued at about $870 million, came after Elizabeth Arden’s shareholders approved the deal in a vote earlier in the day.
P&G relaunches Sinex as go-to sinus relief brand
Procter & Gamble Co.’s Vicks has relaunched the Sinex brand with an expanded lineup of over-the-counter medicines for sinus symptoms.
Jelly Belly unveils organic jelly bean gift box
Following the debut of its first organic items earlier this year, Jelly Belly Candy Co. has added an organic jelly bean gift box.
Surescripts’ new service helps manage population health
Surescripts is expanding to support population health management with its Medication History for Panel Management service.
Dr. Hauschka enters oral care category
Natural skin care brand Dr. Hauschka is making a foray into a new personal care category with the launch of its Med Oral Care line. Rolling out this month, the Dr.
Dr. Reddy’s releases Wellbutrin SR generic
Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. has launched bupropion HCl extended-release tablets, an antidepressant medication. Dr.
Carmex packaging sports new look
Carmex customers might have noticed something else new along with the brand’s recent introduction of its first natural lip balm. Carma Laboratories Inc. said the 80-year-old lip care brand now has a new look.
FDA rule bans certain antibacterial soaps
Over-the-counter consumer antiseptic soaps with certain active ingredients can no longer be marketed, according to a final rule issued by the Food and Drug Administration.
Novo Nordisk announces CEO succession
Lars Rebien Sørensen, president and chief executive officer of Novo Nordisk A/S, is retiring from the company and will be succeeded by Lars Fruergaard Jørgensen. Plans call for Jørgensen, executive vice president and head of corporate development, to take the CEO reins on Jan.
Ricola debuts Herbal Immunity Lozenges
Known for its herbal cough and throat lozenges, Ricola is making a foray into the U.S. immunity category.
Theravent Snore Therapy hits shelves at CVS
Theravent Inc. has expanded retail distribution of its Theravent Snore Therapy anti-snoring device to more than 5,000 CVS Pharmacy stores.
Wellements Probiotic Gripe Water rolls out at Walgreens
Wellements, a maker of safe baby health remedies, has launched organic Probiotic Gripe Water, which it calls the only gripe water on shelves that contains probiotics.
Pampers unveils new Easy Ups Training Underwear
Pampers has introduced new and improved Pampers Easy Ups Training Underwear, which includes a stretchier waistband and the brand’s extra absorbency technology.
Impax highlights its generic epinephrine auto-injector
Impax Laboratories Inc. is spotlighting its generic epinephrine auto-injector amid a public outcry over the cost of emergency medication for anaphylaxis, a potentially life-threatening allergic reaction.