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April 20, 2011
Mylan launches generic Famvir

Mylan has launched a generic drug for treating herpes, the company said Wednesday.

April 20, 2011
Rituxan OKed as treatment for two inflammatory diseases

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a drug made by Genentech for the treatment of two rare inflammatory disorders, the agency said.

April 19, 2011
InhalerWear introduces pediatric asthma compliance tool

InhalerWear on Tuesday announced its launch of a neoprene cover for inhalers that will help make carrying around an inhaler “trendy and cool” to children and teenagers. The new inhaler can be clipped to a backpack, purse or belt loop.

April 18, 2011
FDA approves Actemra as arthritis treatment for children

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a drug made by Genentech for treating a rare and severe form of arthritis that affects children, Genentech said.

April 18, 2011
Taro receives FDA approval for generic Aldara

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a topical treatment for skin conditions made by Israeli generic drug maker Taro Pharmaceutical Industries.

April 15, 2011
Abbott Diagnostics seeks FDA approval for vitamin D assay

Abbott Diagnostics on Friday announced its filing of a submission for clearance by the Food and Drug Administration for a fully automated vitamin D assay performed on its Architect testing system for use by healthcare professionals.

April 15, 2011
Just In Case arriving in Canada's London Drugs stores

Canada’s London Drugs on Thursday announced it was picking up distribution of Cana International Distributing’s Just In Case — a fashion-centric compact that bridges beauty and sexual heath.

April 15, 2011
Takeda's Edarbi enters market

Takeda Pharmaceutical has launched a new treatment for high blood pressure, the company said Friday.

April 14, 2011
Dr. Reddy's announces market launch of generic OTC Allegra

The Food and Drug Administration has approved Dr. Reddy's version of an allergy medication that recently received Rx-to-OTC switch approval, the generic drug maker said.

April 13, 2011
FDA accepts regulatory application for Bio-T-Gel

The Food and Drug Administration has accepted a regulatory approval application for a topical treatment for low testosterone made by Teva Pharmaceuticals and BioSante Pharmaceuticals, BioSante said Wednesday.

April 13, 2011
FDA advisory committee recommends approval for Pfizer's Sutent

A Food and Drug Administration expert panel has given a favorable vote to a drug made by Pfizer for tumors, Pfizer said Tuesday.

April 13, 2011
Kellogg's unites FiberPlus with Eggo

Kellogg's has brought together its FiberPlus and Eggo brands.

April 13, 2011
Sunbow Sunscreen designed just for kids

Sunbow has announced the launch of a new sunscreen line for children called Sunbow Sunscreen, as well as a new website to offer parents a resource for sun protection.

April 13, 2011
Water Pik introduces flosser for kids

Water Pik, a maker of personal healthcare products, has announced the launch of its new Waterpik water flosser for kids.

April 12, 2011
Sylatron OKed as add-on melanoma treatment

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a treatment made by Merck for treating skin cancer, Merck said Monday.

April 11, 2011
Invega approved as schizophrenia treatment for adolescents

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a drug made by Johnson & Johnson for treating schizophrenia in adolescents.

April 11, 2011
LifeStyles line extends nonlatex condom offering

Ansell Healthcare Products on Monday announced the release of Skyn Large following the success of Skyn, the first polyisoprene condom on the market, and due to high consumer demand for a larger Skyn product.

April 11, 2011
Mederma expands retail presence in Canada

Mederma Skin Care scars gel and Mederma stretch marks therapy now are available in Canada at such retailers as Shoppers Drug Mart, London Drugs, Walmart and Pharma Plus, according to Merz Pharma Canada.

April 11, 2011
Sandoz gets FDA nod for Altavera

The Food and Drug Administration has approved an oral contraceptive made by Sandoz, the company said Friday.

April 8, 2011
Hi-Tech granted tentative approval for generic Levaquin

The Food and Drug Administration has granted tentative approval to a generic antibiotic made by Hi-Tech Pharmacal, the drug maker said Friday.

April 7, 2011
AstraZeneca's vandetanib receives approval from FDA

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a drug made by AstraZeneca for treating a rare form of thyroid cancer, the agency said.

April 7, 2011
Elite's generic Adipex-P enters market

Elite Pharmaceuticals has begun shipping an appetite suppressant for reducing weight in obese patients, the company said Thursday.

April 7, 2011
Horizant OKed as restless legs syndrome treatment

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a drug made by GlaxoSmithKline and Xenoport for treating restless legs syndrome, the agency said Thursday.

April 7, 2011
Pfizer, Zacharon enter collaboration

Pfizer is partnering with San Diego biotech company Zacharon Pharmaceuticals to develop treatments for rare genetic disorders Zacharon said Thursday.

April 6, 2011
Reese introduces Licide bed bug spray

Reese Pharmaceutical has launched a water-based aerosol that is designed to kill bed bugs.

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