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July 26, 2011
BioPlus leader offers information, commentary via Dr. Vogt’s BioBlog

As a relatively new facet of the pharmacy profession, specialty pharmacy is constantly developing, prompting the leader of one provider to go online to keep patients and physicians up to date.

July 26, 2011
Dara Torres to serve as brand ambassador to Bengay

McNeil Consumer on Tuesday announced a partnership with 12-time Olympic medalist, best-selling author and mother Dara Torres, who will serve as a brand ambassador for the external analgesic Bengay.

July 26, 2011
Impax enrolls patients into late-stage trial for Parkinson's treatment

The branded drugs division of Impax Labs has finished enrolling patients in a late-stage trial of a drug for Parkinson’s disease.

July 26, 2011
Lupin seeks to market generic Lo Loestrin Fe

Generic drug maker Lupin is seeking approval for a generic version of a contraceptive made by Warner Chilcott, according to published reports.

July 26, 2011
Reckitt Benckiser posts Q2 results

Second-quarter net revenue increased to 2.34 billion pounds ($3.83 billion) for Reckitt Benckiser, the company announced in an earnings statement Monday.

July 26, 2011
Study: Deaths related to chickenpox-causing virus decrease, thanks to vaccine

Chickenpox is the scourge of many a schoolchild and usually a convenient, if itchy and feverish, reason to stay home for several days, but it also has been fatal for many who catch it — until recently.

July 26, 2011
Supplylogix inks deal with Midwest healthcare provider

Healthcare technology company Supplylogix has signed an agreement with an unnamed healthcare provider in the Midwest to provide pharmaceutical inventory management and demand forecasting.

July 26, 2011
Takeda resubmits new drug applications for Type 2 diabetes treatments

Japanese drug maker Takeda Pharmaceutical is reapplying for approval of two drugs to treat Type 2 diabetes after the Food and Drug Administration turned down its last applications, the company said.

July 26, 2011
Target opens three retail clinics in Twin Cities market

Target opened on Monday three new retail-based health clinics in the Twin Cities as part of its expansion plan announced earlier this year.

July 26, 2011
Taro sees sales, profits spike in Q2

Israeli generic drug maker Taro Pharmaceutical Industries got a big boost in sales and profits during second quarter 2011, according to a financial report released Tuesday.

July 26, 2011
Watson garners 24% increase in Q2 sales

Watson Pharmaceuticals had sales of $1.1 billion during second quarter 2011, the generic drug maker said.

July 25, 2011
Access, Walgreens broaden relationship to reach underserved populations

Access Community Health Network and Walgreens have extended their relationship to co-develop an integrated program to provide accessible preventive and primary health care for underserved populations, Access said Monday.

July 25, 2011
Better glycemic control achieved among diabetics with authoritative parents, study finds

Children with Type 1 diabetes may achieve better blood-sugar control if their parents are more authoritative with them, a new study has found.

July 25, 2011
Cardinal Health honors Theresa Tolle with Ken Wurster Community Leadership Award

Cardinal Health on Sunday named Theresa Tolle, owner of Bay Street Pharmacy in Sebastian, Fla., as the recipient of its Ken Wurster Community Leadership Award at its annual Retail Business Conference.

July 25, 2011
Good Neighbor Pharmacy names national award winners

Good Neighbor Pharmacy last week recognized five Good Neighbor Pharmacy operators at the National Healthcare Conference and Exposition.

July 25, 2011
Lansinoh acquires Earth Friendly Baby brand

Lansinoh Labs has announced the acquisition of the Earth Friendly Baby brand of natural shampoos, bubble bath and skin care products.

July 25, 2011
Prasco to sell authorized generic of Ponstel

Prasco Labs has contracted to sell an authorized generic version of a painkiller made by Shionogi, Prasco said Monday.

July 25, 2011
Sheets awarded 2011 Best New Product honor at ECRM

An energy strips brand that recently hit the market was honored with the 2011 Best New Product Award at the Efficient Collaborative Retail Marketing Diet, Vitamin and Sports Nutrition Show.

July 25, 2011
VoicePort partners with Unwired Nation to extend platforms to mobile apps

Speech-recognition software developer VoicePort and mobile-applications-as-a-service company Unwired Nation have entered an agreement to port the former’s customer service software to smartphones and tablets, the companies said.

July 25, 2011
Watson seeks to market generic Jalyn

Watson Pharmaceuticals is hoping to be the first to market a generic version of a GlaxoSmithKline drug for men with an enlarged prostate, Watson said.

July 25, 2011
Welchol oral suspension now can be mixed with fruit juice, diet soft drinks or water

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new means of administration for a drug made by Daiichi Sankyo, the drug maker said Monday.

July 22, 2011
American Diabetes Association introduces guide for mothers with Type 1, Type 2, gestational diabetes

The American Diabetes Association has released a new guide catering to diabetic women that are planning to expand their brood and those who develop gestational diabetes during pregnancy.

July 22, 2011
AmerisourceBergen shows off new initiatives for Good Neighbor Pharmacy

AmerisourceBergen on Thursday showcased a number of initiatives for its Good Neighbor Pharmacy independent franchise operations following its National Healthcare Conference and Exposition held in Las Vegas through the past week.

July 22, 2011
Bristol to acquire Amira

Bristol-Myers Squibb will acquire San Diego-based Amira Pharmaceuticals for $325 million, the two companies said Friday.

July 22, 2011
Clif introduces coconut chocolate chip bar, improves recipes for two flavors

Clif Bar on Thursday announced the nationwide availability of a new flavor, coconut chocolate chip, as well as new recipes for two popular flavors: apricot and peanut toffee buzz.

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