Brush Buddies’ latest toothbrush gives replacement alert
Brush Buddies is rolling out a new toothbrush that will let users know when it needs replacement.
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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.
Actavis, Adamas cleared to market Namzaric
Actavis plc and Adamas Pharmaceuticals Inc. have received approval from the Food and Drug Administration for Namzaric, a fixed-dose combination medication for Alzheimer’s disease.
AXE unveils White Label men’s grooming collection
Unilever has expanded its AXE men’s grooming and personal care brand with AXE White Label, which the company describes as a "refined product line" with complex fragrances and sleek packaging for "today’s multifaceted, sophisticated guy.
Teva to release QNASL spray for young children
Early next year, Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. plans to launch QNASL 40mcg (beclomethasone dipropionate), an allergy nasal spray for young children.
Nexafed meth-deterrent decongestant available at Kmart Pharmacy
Acura Pharmaceuticals Inc. has gained retail distribution for Nexafed, a pseudoephedrine nasal decongestant with abuse deterrent technology, at Kmart Pharmacy. Acura said Tuesday that Nexafed is being carried in all Kmart in-store pharmacies.
Mylan releases Vivelle-DOT generic
Mylan Inc. has launched its Estradiol Transdermal System (0.025 mg/day, 0.0375 mg/day, 0.05 mg/day, 0.075 mg/day, and 0.1 mg/day twice weekly), a patch medication for menopause symptoms, in the U.S. market.