Pharmaceutical companies form Biosimilars Forum
A coalition of 11 biopharmaceutical companies has formed the Biosimilars Forum, described as the first nonprofit organization for expanding patient access to biosimilars in the United States.
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Study: TriCalm provides superior itch relief
Cosmederm Bioscience Inc. said new clinical research finds that its TriCalm topical hydrogel bests leading over-the-counter treatments in providing itch relief.
Yoplait reduces sugar in original yogurt
General Mills has reduced the sugar in each single-serve cup of its Yoplait Original line of yogurts by 25%. The food company said Monday that Yoplait is backing up the move with a taste guarantee for Yoplait Original with reduced sugar.
Pernix releases Zohydro ER hydrocodone capsules with BeadTek
Pernix Therapeutics Holdings Inc. has rolled out a new formulation of Zohydro Extended-Release Capsules (hydrocodone bitartrate, CII) with BeadTek technology, to U.S. pharmacies. Pernix said Monday that Zohydro ER with BeadTek is available in strengths 10 mg, 15 mg, 20 mg, 30 mg, 40 mg and 50 mg.
Lindt Lindor truffle stars in thousands of in-store events
Lindt has designated May 9 as Lindor Chocolate Day to celebrate its iconic Lindor truffle and is holding special events in stores across the country.
NBTY donates to Nepal earthquake relief effort
NBTY Inc. has donated $500,000 of Nature’s Bounty vitamins and supplements and Balance Bar nutrition bars to aid the relief effort for the devastating earthquake in Nepal.
Coca-Cola announces executive promotions
The Coca-Cola Co. board has promoted a pair of senior executives and elected two new vice presidents. The beverage giant said Thursday that J. Alexander “Sandy” Douglas Jr., currently senior vice president and president of Coca-Cola North America, has been promoted to executive vice president.
Derma e facial care products roll out to Walgreens
Skin care brand derma e has gained retail distribution for four of its best-selling facial care products at Walgreens, the nation’s largest drug chain.
Mylan raises bid, Perrigo again rejects
Mylan N.V. has upped its offer to acquire Perrigo Co. plc but received the same response: no. On Wednesday, Mylan announced an increased bid in which Perrigo shareholders would receive $75 in cash and 2.3 Mylan ordinary shares for each Perrigo ordinary share, a deal valued at more than $35 billion.
Futuro finds Americans are on their feet too long
New research from Futuro Legwear finds that Americans are feeling the consequences of spending too much time on their feet. The 3M brand said Wednesday that in a Wakefield Research poll of 1,000 employed U.S.
Kellogg appoints new North America president
Kellogg Co. has made a pair of leadership changes that the company said will help spur future growth in its North American business.
Airware’s Air products to hit shelves at Rexall
Airware Labs Corp. has landed retail distribution at Katz Group Pharmacies Inc.’s 460 Rexall and Rexall Pharma Plus drug stores in central and western Canada.
Spectrum Brands to buy Armored AutoGroup for $1.4 billion
Spectrum Brands Holdings Inc. plans to acquire automotive products company Armored AutoGroup Parent Inc. from Avista Capital Partners in a $1.4 billion deal.
Teva among first cleared to launch Abilify generic
The Food and Drug Administration has approved the first generic versions of Otsuka Pharmaceutical’s Abilify (aripiprazole), an antipsychotic drug.
Parata Systems goes live with new website
Parata Systems has launched a new website that the company said offers a more user-friendly experience. The pharmacy automation and medication management solution provider said Tuesday that the new Parata.
Zarbee’s Naturals introduces Vitamin Drink Mixes
Zarbee’s Naturals has expanded its health and wellness product roster with new line of vitamin drink mixes.