Perrigo Co. plc is bringing in methamphetamine-blocking capability for pseudoephedrine (PSE) products. On Tuesday, Perrigo said it has entered an exclusive licensing agreement with St. Louis-based Highland Pharmaceuticals for its Tarex meth-blocking technology.
Jon Giacomin, chief executive officer of the pharmaceutical segment at Cardinal Health Inc., has been elected as chairman of the Healthcare Distribution Alliance (HDA) board of directors.
Janssen Biotech Inc. has received Food and Drug Administration clearance for Stelara in treating Crohn’s disease in adults.
K-Y has expanded its sexual wellness product lineup with the launch of new K-Y Duration Spray for Men.
Endo International plc has appointed Paul Campanelli, as president and chief executive officer, succeeding Rajiv De Silva, who is stepping down. Endo said Campanelli, who was president of its generic drugs and OTC business, takes the helm as president and CEO effective immediately.
McKesson Pharmacy Systems has released Pharmaserv 7.5, the latest version of its independent pharmacy management software, for general availability.
Aurobindo Pharma Ltd. has gained tentative approval from the Food and Drug Administration for dolutegravir 50 mg, an HIV medication.
Mondelez International has kicked off a multiyear national collaboration with iHeartMedia, the multiplatform media provider.
Shannon Strickland, a senior vice president for Fred’s Pharmacy, has been hired by Ateb Inc. as vice president of pharmacy execution. Ateb said Thursday that Strickland will lead its independent sales team and select pharmacy chains.
Janssen Pharmaceuticals Inc. has received approval from the Food and Drug Administration for Invokamet XR, a type 2 diabetes medication.
The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) yesterday brought more than 60 researchers and scientists from its member companies to meet with congressional lawmakers.
KVK Tech Inc. plans to release Lomaira tablets, a short-term, low-dose prescription medicine for weight loss, by the end of this month. KVK said Tuesday that Lomaira (phentermine hydrochloride 8-mg tablets CIV) gained approval from the Food and Drug Administration.
Oxy Bump Corp. has landed retail distribution for its line of oxygen-infused nasal congestion, allergy relief and sore throat relief sprays at CVS Pharmacy.
Chalk up three acquisitions for Allergan plc in less than a week. On Tuesday, Allergan said it plans to purchase clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company Tobira Therapeutics Inc. in an agreement valued at up to $1.695 billion.
U by Kotex has rolled out two new products, Security Ultra Thin Pads Long and Security Ultra Thin Overnight Pads. The Kimberly-Clark feminine care brand said Tuesday that its latest offerings expand its line of “unique, colorful and bold” products to fit women’s “period needs.
