OCuSOFT launches Lid Scrub Plus Platinum
OCuSOFT Inc. has introduced what it calls the next generation in eyelid cleansers, OCuSOFT Lid Scrub Plus Platinum, which features the added benefits of PSG-2 (phytosphingosine 0.2%).
Supplier News
Hi-Tech to acquire Latin America OTC, supplements supplier
Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals plans to buy Advanced Pharmaceuticals and Nutritionals (APN), a leading supplier of over-the-counter health care products and dietary supplements in the Mexican, Central American, and South American markets. Financial terms of the agreement weren’t disclosed.
Glenmark to ship Lybrel generic
The Food and Drug Administration has granted Glenmark Generics Inc. USA final approval for levonorgestrel/ethinyl estradiol tablets (0.09 mg/0.02 mg), an oral contraceptive. Glenmark said Friday that its levonorgestrel/ethinyl estradiol tablets (0.09 mg/0.
Hershey introduces Ice Breakers Cool Blasts Chews
Hershey Co. has expanded its Ice Breakers line of mints and gum with quick-dissolving Ice Breakers Cool Blasts Chews.
KISS to demo new French nail kit at CVS, Walmart
KISS Products Inc plans to hold in-store nail demonstrations at 1,000 Walmart and CVS/pharmacy stores, respectively, to promote its new KISS Salon Acrylic French Nails.
Brush Buddies’ latest toothbrush gives replacement alert
Brush Buddies is rolling out a new toothbrush that will let users know when it needs replacement.
Perrigo set to ship generic version of Exalgo
Perrigo Co. plc has received approval from the Food and Drug Administration for hydromorphone HCI extended-release tablets (8 mg, 12 mg and 16 mg), an opioid pain medication. Perrigo said that it expects to begin shipments of the product to pharmacies within the next few weeks.
Hawaiian Tropic teams with actress for new sunscreen launch
Hawaiian Tropic has partnered with actress Sarah Hyland to provide “the ultimate cabana experience” at Hawaiian Tropic Escape Stations in Palm Springs, Calif.; New York City; and Miami during April and May.
Glenmark to launch generic of FemHRT
Glenmark Generics Inc. USA, a subsidiary of Glenmark Generics Ltd., has received final approval from the Food and Drug Administration for norethindrone acetate and ethinyl estradiol tablets (0.5 mg/2.5 mcg and 1 mg/5 mcg), a medication for symptoms of menopause.
Mylan makes bid to acquire Perrigo for $29 billion
Mylan N.V. has made an unsolicited bid to acquire Dublin, Ireland-based Perrigo Co. plc in a cash-and-stock deal valued at about $29 billion.
Reed’s sparkling juices roll out to Rite Aid stores
Natural soda maker Reed’s Inc. has made its Sonoma Sparklers sparkling juices available exclusively at Rite Aid drug stores nationwide.
Inergetics’ Bikini Ready, SlimTrim to hit shelves at Lewis Drug
Inergetics Inc. has landed retail distribution for its Bikini Ready Lifestyle and SlimTrim dietary supplement products at Lewis Drug.
Mylan releases Generess Fe generic in U.S.
Mylan N.V. has launched norethindrone and ethinyl estradiol chewable tablets (0.8 mg/0.025 mg) and ferrous fumarate chewable tablets (75 mg) in the United States.
Depend, Poise unveil new women’s incontinence products
Kimberly-Clark has introduced new women’s incontinence products for its Depend and Poise brands.
Schick, Skintimate announce ‘Rock Your Legs’ campaign
Schick and Skintimate are partnering with Universal Pictures’ upcoming film “Pitch Perfect 2” for an integrated media and marketing campaign.
Wockhardt introduces easy-to-swallow fexofenadine
Wockhardt USA plans to roll out a private-label version of over-the-counter allergy medication fexofenadine in an easier-to-swallow tablet for 2015 fall allergy season. Wockhardt said Tuesday that its product, a generic equivalent of Chattem Inc.