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Sagent launches generic antibiotic
SCHAUMBURG, Ill. — Sagent Pharmaceuticals has launched a generic antibiotic, the company said.
The generic drug maker announced the launch of oxacillin for injection. The drug is a semi-synthetic penicillin used to treat infections caused by penicillinase-producing staphylococci bacteria that have demonstrated susceptibility to the drug.
The drug had sales of $29 million during the 12-month period ended in May, according to IMS Health. -
J&J unit launches medication adherence app
SAN DIEGO — A subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson has launched a mobile medication adherence application that it said can be used for any prescription or over-the-counter medication or supplement.
Janssen Healthcare Innovation, a unit of Janssen Research & Development announced Wednesday the launch of Care4Today Mobile Adherence, a secure messaging platform available for iPhone, Android and BlackBerry devices, among others.