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Mylan to acquire Meda in $9.9 billion deal

Mylan to acquire Meda in $9.9 billion deal

Mylan N.V. plans to acquire Sweden-based pharmaceuticals manufacturer Meda AB in a deal valued at $9.9 billion, including debt. Mylan said late Wednesday that the offer to Meda includes cash and Mylan shares, with the equity portion valued at $7.2 billion.

Promius Pharma to release Sernivo Spray

Promius Pharma to release Sernivo Spray

Promius Pharma LLC has received Food and Drug Administration approval for Sernivo Spray 0.05%, a psoriasis medication. A prescription topical steroid, Sernivo Spray (betamethasone dipropionate 0.

Jelly Belly to debut Super Hero Collection

Jelly Belly to debut Super Hero Collection

This spring, Jelly Belly Candy Co. plans to roll out DC Comics Super Hero Collection jelly beans. The specially branded bags, created in conjunction with Warner Bros. Consumer Products on behalf of DC Entertainment, will feature the iconic DC crime fighters Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman.

BI rolls out Spiriva Respimat asthma inhaler to pharmacies

BI rolls out Spiriva Respimat asthma inhaler to pharmacies

Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals Inc. has released Spiriva Respimat, an asthma treatment, to U.S. pharmacies. BI noted that Spiriva Respimat isn’t a medication for sudden asthma symptoms. The Food and Drug Administration approved a once-daily dose of Spiriva Respimat 2.

Lannett to pare workforce in restructuring plan

Lannett to pare workforce in restructuring plan

Lannett Co. has instituted a restructuring plan to streamline operations, sharpen efficiencies and trim costs. Announced this week, the plan is part of the generic drug maker’s efforts to integrate its recently completed acquisition of Kremers Urban Pharmaceuticals Inc.

Steripod offers toothbrush protection solution

Steripod offers toothbrush protection solution

Bonfit America Inc. is spotlighting its Steripod toothbrush protector for National Children’s Dental Health Month, held in February by the American Dental Association. The clip-on Steripod protector fits any standard or electronic toothbrush.

NBTY to sell Vitamin World chain

NBTY to sell Vitamin World chain

NBTY Inc. has agreed to sell its Vitamin World retail business to private investment firm Centre Lane Partners. The vitamins and dietary supplements maker said Tuesday that the deal, slated to close by mid-February, will enable Vitamin World to operate as a stand-alone retail business.