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May 11, 2011
Drugstore.com announces expiration of HSR waiting period for WAG deal

Drugstore.com on Tuesday announced the expiration of the waiting period under the U.S. Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976, as amended, with respect to the proposed merger by which the company would be acquired by Walgreens in a cash transaction.

April 29, 2011
OTC, vision categories drive Drugstore.com's Q1

Drugstore.com on Thursday posted a net sales increase of 16% to $128.4 million for its first quarter ended April 3.

April 25, 2011
BioScrip unites community, specialty Rx

As a specialty pharmacy provider, BioScrip probably isn’t the first name that comes to mind when one hears “retail pharmacy,” but its network of 31 community pharmacies around the country gives it a comfy spot at the table. The kinds of products and services it’s able to offer — ranging from home infusion and treatments for complex, chronic disease states to over-the-counter medications and sometimes even consumables — as a result of its combination of community pharmacy and specialty pharmacy make BioScrip stand out.


April 25, 2011
Fast, nimble Walgreens aims to own ‘well’

Walgreens, the kaleidoscopic company that wants to “own well,” is shuffling management and realigning operations as it works to knock down its remaining internal silos and create a seamless, broad-based retail health-and-
wellness dynamo.


March 30, 2011
Drugstore.com shareholders challenge Walgreens’ acquisition

The law firm of Brower Piven on Tuesday announced that a class action lawsuit has commenced in the Delaware Chancery Court on behalf of all shareholders of Drugstore.com, alleging violations of state law by the company’s board of directors relating to the proposed acquisition by Walgreens.

March 25, 2011
Walgreens thinks big with multichannel plans

Almost two-thirds of consumers live within 3 miles of a Walgreens. For the rest of America, Walgreens is using its multichannel strategy to get even closer. The deal with Drugstore.com considerably accelerates the chain's plans.

March 24, 2011
Walgreens boosts online presence with Drugstore.com acquisition

Shortly after posting record second-quarter sales on Tuesday, Walgreens announced that it would "accelerate its online strategy" by acquiring e-retailer Drugstore.com for about $429 million, subject to customary conditions.

March 10, 2011
ScarAway teams up with McKesson, Cardinal Health

ScarAway announced that two drug wholesalers now will carry its over-the-counter scar care products.

February 9, 2011
Drugstore.com refocuses on faster-growing segments

Drugstore.com posted a 23% increase in adjusted net sales during its fourth quarter ended Jan. 2.

January 10, 2011
Sensis Condoms with QuikStrips now available at select Walgreens

Sensis Condoms on Monday announced that its Sensis Condoms with QuikStrips, which ensure proper application, now are available at select Walgreens.

December 15, 2010
Companies band together to end illegal online pharmacies

Tens of millions of Americans have bought medications online without a prescription, according to a new study.

November 17, 2010
Arctic Ease takes the chill out of cold therapy

Arctic Ease on Thursday announced the launch of its Arctic Ease cryotherapy pads and wraps....

November 16, 2010
Drugstore.com's gift to military, foreign service: Free shipping

Online retailer Drugstore.com said it would offer free shipping to military and foreign service addresses...

November 9, 2010
Drugstore.com reminds FSA customers to use account money before year's end

Drugstore.com on Tuesday released a statement reminding flexible spending account participants that they need to...

November 2, 2010
Net sales jump in Q3 for Drugstore.com

Drugstore.com on Tuesday reported a 23% increase in net sales to $108.8 million for the...

November 1, 2010
BioScrip appoints Rick Smith as CEO, reports Q3 results

Specialty pharmacy provider BioScrip has promoted its COO, the company said Tuesday....

September 12, 2010
Lil' Drug Store Products introduces RepHresh Brilliant tampons

Lil' Drug Store Products has launched a "brilliant" feminine protection product....

August 22, 2010
Reporters Notebook

Carma Labs, the maker of Carmex lip balm products, is expanding beyond lip balm for...

August 12, 2010
G Cubed’s Toe Juice receives ECRM's Best New Product award

G Cubed’s Toe Juice was voted Best New Product on Tuesday by retail buyers attending...

August 3, 2010
Drugstore.com extends partnership with Medco Health Solutions

Drugstore.com on Tuesday announced the extension through 2018 of its strategic alliance with Medco Health...

August 3, 2010
Drugstore.com's revenues rise with help of OTC sales

Drugstore.com experienced a net sales increase of more than 27%, reaching $113.1 million, for the...

August 2, 2010
Drugstore.com, BioScrip complete pharmacy agreement

Drugstore.com on Monday announced the completion of the assets sale of its DS Pharmacy subsidiary...

May 5, 2010
'Consistent demand' drives Drugstore.com sales

Drugstore.com on Wednesday reported a 20% increase in net sales for the first quarter ended...

May 5, 2010
Drugstore.com inks deal with BioScrip

Drugstore.com on Wednesday announced an agreement with BioScrip Pharmacy Services to sell the assets of...

May 5, 2010
Native Remedies products to be sold at online retailers

Native Remedies on Wednesday announced that through partnership with Nutritional Products International, their top-selling Internet...

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