PHARMACY

Beximco receives FDA nod for Baclofen

Baclofen had a market value of more than $110 million in 2020, according to IQVIA.
CDC guidance: Insurers must cover HIV prevention treatment costs

Insurers, which were required to stop charging out-of-pocket fees for PrEP as of Jan. 1, have 60 days to comply with the latest rules.

Seqirus starts shipping influenza vaccines for 2021/22 flu season

Seqirus' portfolio includes:
Roundup: Recent generic launches

Taking a look at some of the innovative new generics making their debut:
FDA tentatively OKs Zydus Cadila’s generic Imbruvica

Zydus Cadila's generic Imbruvica tablets provide a treatment for certain types of cancer.
Rolling with the punches: Generics firms innovate, expand scope to stay competitive

As they continue to navigate pandemic headwinds, generics firms look to broaden their portfolios and vertically integrate to keep competitive.
Hy-Vee to host COVID-19 vaccination clinics during Iowa State Fair

Individuals can receive a $10 Hy-Vee gift card for completing a COVID-19 vaccine.
GSK starts shipping influenza vaccines for 2021-2022 season

GSK said it expects to distribute a record supply of more than 50 million doses of its influenza vaccine for the upcoming flu season.
Optum Frontier Therapies debuts in Las Vegas

Optum Frontier Therapies' flagship location will serve rare disease patients in all 50 states.
FDA approves new Shingrix indication

Shingrix is now approved for the prevention of shingles in those who are immunocompromised.
Nexus debuts potassium chloride in water for injection

Potassium chloride injection is indicated in the treatment of potassium deficiency states when oral replacement is not feasible.
Holding on to pharmacy’s pandemic-era gains

Pharmacy’s power and prominence grew during the pandemic — now the industry wants to make it permanent.
Omnicell to acquire FDS Amplicare for $177M

The FDS Amplicare business that is being acquired had roughly $29 million of total revenue for the 12 months ended June 30.
APhA joins 50-plus orgs urging COVID-19 vaccine mandates for all health workers

The endorsement looks to make the healthcare sector a leader in COVID-19 vaccination just as cases, hospitalizations and deaths are once again rising throughout the United States.

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