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December 28, 2012
FDA approves Mylan's generic Dilantin chewable tablets

Mylan on Friday announced that its subsidiary, Mylan Pharmaceuticals, has received final approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its phenytoin chewable tablets USP in the 50 mg strength.

December 28, 2012
Watson confirms Velcade patent challenge

Watson Pharmaceuticals on Friday confirmed that Actavis, which was acquired by Watson in October, has filed an abbreviated new drug applications with the Food and Drug Administration seeking approval to market bortezomib, a generic version of Millennium Pharmaceuticals' Velcade.

December 27, 2012
Aegerion receives FDA approval for cholesterol drug, with strongest warning

The Food and Drug Administration on Monday approved Aegerion Pharmaceuticals' cholesterol drug, Juxtapid.

December 19, 2012
Nutra Pharma to introduce 'military-strength' painkiller

Nutra Pharma will introduce a stronger version of its OTC pain reliever, the company said Wednesday.

December 18, 2012
FDA approves generic HIV drug

The Food and Drug Administration has approved two generic versions of a drug to treat HIV, according to agency records.

December 18, 2012
FDA approves GSK four-strain flu vaccine

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new four-strain flu vaccine made by GlaxoSmithKline, the drug maker said.

December 18, 2012
iSatori to launch new weight-loss supplement

Supplement maker iSatori has launched a new weight-loss supplement product, the company said.

December 18, 2012
Maddak introduces Built-Up Handle for arthritis sufferers

A new product makes gripping such things as eating utensils, pens and toothbrushes easier for people with arthritis.

December 17, 2012
FDA approves GlaxoSmithKline's raxibacumab for anthrax

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new biotech drug from GlaxoSmithKline for anthrax, the drug maker said.

December 17, 2012
FDA approves Novartis drug for Cushing's disease

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new drug to treat a rare but serious endocrine disorder.

December 17, 2012
Wisconsin Pharmacal and Coleman introduce personalized first aid tins

Wisconsin Pharmacal, in an exclusive licensing partnership with the Coleman Co., has introduced unique, individualized first aid tins.

December 14, 2012
FDA approves new leukemia drug

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new leukemia drug made by Ariad Pharmaceuticals, the agency said.

December 10, 2012
FDA grants Astellas NDA for tacrolimus extended-release capsules

Astellas Pharma US has announced the Food and Drug Administration's approval to review the new drug application for tacrolimus extended-release capsules.

November 26, 2012
Ranbaxy launches branded acne drug

Ranbaxy Labs has launched a new treatment for acne under a licensing agreement with a Canadian drug maker.

November 21, 2012
FDA approves first flu vaccine manufactured by Novartis using cell culture technology

The Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday announced the approval of Novartis' Flucelvax, the first seasonal influenza vaccine licensed in the United States produced using cultured animal cells, instead of fertilized chicken eggs.

November 21, 2012
Lupin launches generic fenofibrate

Lupin Pharmaceuticals has launched a generic drug for cholesterol disorders, the company said.

November 20, 2012
Hebron USA launches Brazilian probiotic into U.S. market

Hebron USA on Monday announced the launch of the Florax DS, a line of ready-to-drink probiotics that doesn't require refrigeration.

November 16, 2012
New stomach remedy Di-Gel to provide New York Black Friday shoppers much needed relief

Di-Gel Products on Friday announced a "Di-Gel Comfort Zone" with complementary, clean restrooms will be established in downtown Manhattan the day after Thanksgiving to help alleviate some of the discomfort from Thanksgiving meals the day before and the long retail lines associated with Black Friday.

November 16, 2012
Nurish Brands introduces 'natural' energy drink alternative Feel Natural Energy

Nurish Brands on Thursday launched Feel Natural Energy, a new energy drink available in Rexam 10.5-oz. Sleek cans.

November 15, 2012
Blistex launches two new lip balms as cold front advances through Northeast

Blistex on Thursday announced the launch of Moisture Melt and Simple and Sensitive lip balms.

November 13, 2012
FDA approves Mylan pulmonary arterial hypertension drug

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a generic drug made by Mylan for treating pulmonary arterial hypertension, the drug maker said Tuesday.

November 12, 2012
FDA approves new strength of HIV drug

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new strength of a drug for HIV made by Johnson & Johnson, the drug maker said.

November 12, 2012
FDA approves Watson PAH drug

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a generic drug for pulmonary arterial hypertension made by Watson Pharmaceuticals, the drug maker said Monday.

November 8, 2012
Acura Pharmaceuticals moves forward with plans to launch diversion-hindering PSE product

Acura Pharmaceuticals on Wednesday shared with analysts details on its launch strategy of Nexafed, a pseudoephedrine formulated such that in inhibits the diversion to methamphetamnine.

November 7, 2012
Absorption Pharmaceuticals launches men's intimacy health solution

Absorption Pharmaceuticals recently launched Promescent, an over-the-counter lidocaine-based spray indicated for premature ejaculation.

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