CHPA names regulatory, science directors
The Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA) has appointed John Punzi and Jay Sirois as directors in its regulatory and scientific affairs department.
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Novo Nordisk, cooking star team on diabetes campaign
Novo Nordisk has partnered with celebrity cooks Paula Deen and her sons Bobby and Jamie Deen to launch "Diabetes in a New Light," a national effort to help adults find simple ways to manage type 2 diabetes. Celebrity cook Paula Deen with her sons Jamie (left) and Bobby. The diabetes care company
Jolly Rancher Crunch ‘N Chew makes debut
Hershey Co. has unveiled Jolly Rancher Crunch ‘N Chew candy, which the company said provides "a unique way to enjoy bold fruit flavor.
BlueScience grows distribution to Walgreens, drugstore.com
ChromaDex Corp. has landed retail distribution for its BluScience line of dietary supplements with Walgreen Co. and its drugstore.com online subsidiary.
Prasco to distribute Carbatrol authorized generic
Prasco Laboratories has signed a pact with Shire for the U.S. distribution of an authorized generic version of Carbatrol extended-release capsules, a medication for seizures.
Roche to ship Accu-Chek Nano SmartView glucose meter
By the middle of this year, Roche Diabetes Care plans to release the Accu-Chek Nano SmartView, a miniature blood glucose monitor that the company said marks the brand’s first single-strip no-code meter. Accu-Chek Nano SmartView The company said this week that it received clearance from the U.S.
After court win, Perrigo readies launch of Mucinex generic
Perrigo Co. has won a summary judgment in patent litigation for its planned generic version of Mucinex cough/cold medicine.
Old Spice readies new ad blitz, new scent
Old Spice has rolled out a new advertising campaign for its lineup of Old Spice Red Zone body sprays and has unveiled a new scent called Danger Zone.
TheraMax social media campaign under way
TheraBiogen Inc., the maker of TheraMax homeopathic nasal sprays for allergy, cold and flu symptoms and migraine headaches, has completed the launch of its Times Square Social Media campaign.
Shire acquires U.S. rights to Resolor
Shire PLC has acquired the rights to develop and market the gastrointestinal drug Resolor in the United States in an agreement with Janssen Pharmaceutica N.V. Shire said Tuesday that under the terms of the agreement, the U.S. rights to the Resolor trademark will be transferred to the company.
Perrigo to acquire CanAm Care
Perrigo Co. has entered an agreement to acquire CanAm Care, a distributor of diabetes care products. Perrigo said Monday that the $36 million cash deal to buy Alpharetta, Ga.
Catalina Marketing names former Dell exec as CIO
Catalina Marketing Corp. has appointed John Miles as its new executive vice president and chief information officer. The marketing specialist said Monday that in the CIO role, Miles will be responsible for leading IT strategy, research and development, and new product development.
Novartis recalls lots of several U.S. OTC brands
Novartis Consumer Health Inc. is voluntarily recalling certain over-the-counter medicines in the United States, including pain reliever, alertness aid and anti-gas brands.
Goody elastic accessory sports jewelry look
Goody has unveiled DoubleWear, a collection of multitasking, jewelry-inspired elastics and headwraps. DoubleWear 2in1 Elastics+Bracelets The Newell Rubbermaid hair accessory brand said Thursday that DoubleWear provides a solution to a frequent style and fashion issue.
Sandoz rolls out shampoo for psoriasis
Sandoz has introduced clobetasol propionate shampoo 0.05%, indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe scalp psoriasis. The generic drug maker, a division of Novartis, said this week that it will market clobetasol propionate shampoo 0.05% in four-fluid-ounce (118 ml) bottles.
Paper Mate expands lineup with InkJoy
Newell Rubbermaid has launched of Paper Mate InkJoy, which the company said provides the performance of a premium pen at an everyday price. Paper Mate InkJoy comes in an "everyday" and an "elite" series.