Dr. Reddy’s releases Wellbutrin SR generic
Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd. has launched bupropion HCl extended-release tablets, an antidepressant medication. Dr.
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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.
Greenstone adds Nitrostat authorized generic
Greenstone LLC has introduced nitroglycerin sublingual tablets, a medication for chest pain. The Pfizer subsidiary said Monday that its product is an authorized generic version of Nitrostat and comes in dosages of 0.3 mg (100 count), 0.4 mg (100 count) and 0.6 mg (100 count).
Mondelez ceases pursuit of Hershey
Mondelez International Inc. said it has ended talks with The Hershey Co. regarding a possible combination of the two companies.
Survey: Consumers lax in using OTC pain relievers safely
Many consumers don’t heed safety factors when choosing and using over-the-counter pain relievers, a national survey supported by McNeil Consumer Healthcare finds. Of 1,292 U.S.
Sambucol rolls out black elderberry gummies
Sambucol has expanded its lineup of black elderberry products with a new gummies version. The company said Sambucol Black Elderberry Gummies received a strong response in a preview at at the Natural Products Expo West in March, and the product has been embraced by consumers upon its launch.
Mylan set to launch generic EpiPen
In what chief executive officer Heather Bresch called “an extraordinary commercial response,” Mylan N.V. plans to release a generic version of its EpiPen epinephrine auto-injector for anaphylaxis, answering public demands to lower the cost of the potentially life-saving product.
Out of Africa launches baby products
The makers of Out of Africa brand bath and body products announced the launch of a line of baby products made with skin-nourishing shea butter. Shea butter is made from the nut of the shea tree, known among some locals in the savannah region of West Africa and Central Africa
Senators question pricing of Mylan’s EpiPen
Senate leaders have voiced concerns about a price surge for Mylan Inc.’s EpiPen, an epinephrine auto-injector for treating anaphylaxis, or potentially life-threatening allergic reactions. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R, Iowa), chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, and Sens. Susan Collins (R.