Orexo cleared to launch Zubsolv
Orexo U.S. Inc. has received approval from the Food and Drug Administration for Zubsolv sublingual tablets, indicated for the maintenance treatment of opioid dependence.
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Miraculins acquires diabetes skin testing platform
Medical diagnostic test maker Miraculins Inc. is finalizing a deal to acquire VeraLight Inc., a provider of a non-invasive diabetes screening technology. VeraLight’s Scout DS system measures changes in the composition of a person’s skin indicative of prediabetes and type 2 diabetes.
Ruffles brings french fry experience to snack aisle
Frito-Lay’s Ruffles potato chip brand is serving up french fry flavor in the snack section with the launch of Ruffles Crispy Fries Potato Strips.
Kimberly-Clark introduces GoodNites Underwear
Kimberly-Clark Corp. has launched GoodNites Underwear, which features a new design that fits bedwetting children more like real underwear.
Rite Aid tabs PAI for ATM services
Payment Alliance International (PAI) has been selected by Rite Aid Corp. to provide ATM services for about 1,500 Rite Aid drug stores in the western and southern United States.
Consumer goods veteran joins Park City Group as senior VP
Park City Group has hired Janet Carter Smith as senior vice president of market development.
Kirby Lester Rx automation enlisted by Care Pharmacies
Care Pharmacies has named Kirby Lester LLC as its preferred partner for pharmacy automation technology. Kirby Lester, which announced the partnership this week, said that under the contract it will provide its pharmacy automation to members of Care’s cooperative of retail and specialty pharmacies.
Dr. Reddy’s launches generic version of Lamictal XR
Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories has released lamotrigine extended-release tablets, an anti-seizure medication. The India-based drug maker said Wednesday that its lamotrigine product is a therapeutically equivalent generic version of GlaxoSmithKline’s Lamictal XR tablets. Dr.
Mylan releases Micronor, Viagra generics
Mylan Inc. has launched generic versions of Micronor in the United States and Viagra in Europe. The pharmaceutical manufacturer said Wednesday that it has released in the U.S. norethindrone tablets 0.35 mg, a generic of Janssen Pharmaceuticals’ Micronor Tablets 0.
Pharmacy co-op renews pact with Kodak
The Independent Pharmacy Cooperative (IPC) has extended its multiyear agreement with Kodak in which its 4,500-plus pharmacy members will make Kodak Picture Kiosks available at their drug stores.
GPhA finance executive to retire
Robert Billings, senior vice president of finance, planning and special programs at the Generic Pharmaceutical Association (GPhA), is slated to retire at the end of this month.
Blowfish for Hangovers hits CVS stores
Rally Labs LLC has rolled out Blowfish for Hangovers, described as a simple solution for hangover relief.
Little Busy Bodies unveils licensing pact with P&G
Little Busy Bodies LLC has entered a licensing agreement with Procter & Gamble Co. The companies said Tuesday that under the pact, Little Busy Bodies — the creator of the popular Boogie Wipes — will make and market a line of saline-infused products under P&G’s Puffs brand.
Coty promotes senior marketing executives
In a pair of marketing executive promotions, Coty Inc. has named Stephen Mormoris as senior vice president of global marketing American fragrances for Coty Prestige. Coty said Tuesday that Mormoris assumes the new role on July 1.
Biotène enlists pharmacy association exec as spokesperson
Pamala Smith Marquess, president of the Georgia Pharmacy Association, has been named national spokeswoman for the Biotène line of remedies for dry mouth, a common side effect of medication.
Actavis, Teva launch Viagra generics in Europe
Actavis Inc. and Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. have released generic versions of Pfizer’s Viagra in Europe.