Parata unveils Rx adherence program for pharmacists
Parata Systems has teamed up with pharmacy business consultancy Pharmacy Development Services (PDS) to launch a medication adherence training program for retail pharmacists.
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Physicians Formula to go private in buyout
Physicians Formula Holdings Inc. has agreed to be acquired by Swander Pace Capital for $65 million. The cosmetics and skin care company said Wednesday that under the deal, affiliates of Swander Pace will buy all outstanding shares of Physicians Formula common stock for $4.
TeleManager enables Rx refills via Facebook
TeleManager Technologies Inc. has added a component to its iRefill Connect suite that allows drug store customers to perform pharmacy functions through the social media site Facebook.
Pfizer, AstraZeneca ink deal on OTC Nexium
Pfizer Inc. is slated to market over-the-counter Nexium (esomeprazole magnesium) under an agreement with AstraZeneca.
Hangover Joe’s ramps up retail distribution
Hangover Joe’s, maker of The Hangover Recovery Shot, is expanding distribution to more retail stores in the United States and beyond.
Sun Pharma to take Taro private
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. and Taro Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. have entered into a merger agreement in which Sun Pharma will buy out Taro for $571 million.
Bristol-Myers wraps up Amylin acquisition
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. has completed its acquisition of Amylin Pharmaceuticals Inc. Under the deal announced early last month, Bristol-Myers agreed to buy Amylin for $31 per share in cash, pursuant to a cash tender offer and second-step merger, for an aggregate purchase price of about $5.
Perrigo launches opioid pain medication
Perrigo Co. has received final approval from the Food and Drug Administration for its abbreviated new drug application (ANDA) for morphine sulfate 100ml/5% oral solution. The company said Wednesday that it will start shipping the product, a narcotic pain medication, immediately.
Catalina Health looks to make Rx information clearer
Catalina Health is launching a quality improvement initiative that aims to provide patients with clearer medication information when they pick up prescriptions at the pharmacy.
Wet Ones lends a hand to teachers
Energizer Personal Care’s Wet Ones brand is supporting TeacherLists.com, a new free service that aims to help America’s classrooms stay fully stocked with supplies.
Nestle USA to get new chairman, CEO
Paul Grimwood, chief executive officer of Nestle UK & Ireland, has been appointed as chairman and CEO of Nestle USA. The world’s largest food company said Friday that Grimwood will move into the new role with the retirement of current Nestle USA chairman and CEO Brad Alford in October.
Qualitest releases Singulair generic
Qualitest Pharmaceuticals has launched montelukast sodium tablets and chewable tablets, indicated for treating the symptoms of asthma and allergic rhinitis.
SensatioNail unveils gel polish removal kit, tool
Pacific World Corp.’s SensatioNail nail care brand has rolled out the SensatioNail Gel Polish Removal Kit and Gel Polish Removal Tool.
CoverGirl signs up P!nk
Rock singer P!nk has become the latest in a long line of CoverGirls. The Procter & Gamble makeup brand said Monday that P!nk recently wrapped up her first print advertising campaign with CoverGirl, which will debut in fall. And later this fall, the rock star will be the face of a
Sandoz rolls out generic of Dovonex Cream
Sandoz has introduced in the United States its first-to-file calcipotriene cream (.005%), a topical medication for psoriasis. The company said Friday that its product marks the first generic version of LEO Pharma Inc.’s Dovonex Cream (.005%) in the United States.
Laros becomes partner at TABS Group
Market research and consulting firm The TABS Group has promoted Bill Laros to partner.