New Products

FAIRFIELD, Calif. — Jelly Belly Candy Co. makes more than 100 different flavors of jelly beans, but in celebration of St. Patrick's Day, it's showing some special attention to its green Jelly Belly beans. There are 17 green varieties in all, each containing its own special flavor.

CINCINNATI — Prasco Laboratories announced on Tuesday that it has started shipping the generic version of Hectorol (doxercalciferol) 0.5-, 1.0- and 2.5-mcg capsules, each in 50-count bottles under the Prasco label.

Prasco entered into a distribution and supply agreement with Genzyme, a Sanofi company, for doxercalciferol capsules, the generic version of Hectorol 0.5-, 1.0- and 2.5-mcg capsules.
 

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. and MINNEAPOLIS — Zipnosis, a virtual care service that provides online diagnosis and treatment for common medical conditions, has partnered with the University of Alabama at Birmingham Health System to begin offering online diagnosis and treatment.

The academic medical center will begin using Zipnosis’ virtual care service this summer. The partnership with UAB marks Zipnosis’ first major step toward national expansion.

SAN FRANCISCO — Jawbone, a developer of wearable technology and audio devices, on Tuesday announced that its lifestyle tracker, UP24 and the accompanying UP app, are now available for Android users. UP24 is a wristband, app and data system that helps consumers understand their sleeping, movement and eating activity so that they can make choices to live better.

NEW YORK — Hair care brand TRESemmé has announced the launch of its new 7-Day Keratin Smooth hair care system for frizz-resistant hair that promises to last.

STAMFORD, Conn. — Philips Sonicare has introduced its new Philips Sonicare for Kids, a rechargeable power toothbrush for kids.

The new Philips Sonicare for Kids is equipped with the same sonic technology found in other Philips Sonicare toothbrushes that gently drives fluid between teeth and along the gum line, making it especially effective for kids with braces. 

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Ampro Industries, the maker of protein styling gels and the Shine 'n Jam product line, has expanded its portfolio with the new Clear Ice brand.

Building off the strength of clear protein styling gel, Clear Ice, Ampro created a protein-free version that remains alcohol-free and has been enhanced with coconut oil to make the Ultra Hold gel more moisturizing and flake free.

ANAHEIM, Calif. — Powerful Yogurt last week at Natural Products Expo West in Anaheim, Calif., announced plans to debut two new product lines: Powerful Yogurt Protein Bars and Powerful Yogurt Plus+.

The company's Powerful Yogurt Protein bar features a yogurt coating as well as probiotics. The bars packs 20 g of protein and contains low sugar and calorie content. Consumers will be able to choose from yogurt creme, peanut butter and chocolate coconut flavors.