PHARMACY

Everyware unveils Pay By Text functionality
Visa’s transformative tokenization technology, in conjunction with Everyware’s solution, allows customers to simply respond ‘yes’ by text message to quickly and safely authorize a payment.
Generic firms working on Paxlovid access for low-, middle-income countries
The manufacturers have signed agreements with the Medicines Patent Pool to make and supply the generic version of Pfizer’s oral COVID-19 treatment Paxlovid.

Watch DSN: Good Neighbor Pharmacy’s Zilka highlights role independent pharmacies play in personalized care

Drug Store News editor in chief Nigel Maynard caught up with Jennifer Zilka, president of Good Neighbor Pharmacy, to discuss how the company’s patient-facing services help independent pharmacies deliver personalized care.
Upsher-Smith makes leadership changes

Taku Nakaoka is now chairman and CEO of Upsher-Smith and Rich Fisher, senior vice president of corporate strategy, is president and COO.
Elixir Specialty to distribute Lenvima

Elixir Specialty was recently selected to be added to the limited distribution network of only 13 pharmacies nationwide to distribute Lenvima.
FDA OKs Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 booster for 5 to 11 year olds

The FDA has authorized a single booster dose for individuals aged 5 to 11 years old at least five months after completion of a primary series with the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine.
Aurobindo receives FDA OK for generic Sabril

The medication is indicated as adjunctive therapy for adults and pediatric patients aged 2 years old and older with refractory complex partial seizures.
Walgreens makes 2 key leadership appointments

Anita Patel is joining Walgreens in the newly created role of vice president, pharmacy services development. Rina Shah will serve in a newly created role of vice president, pharmacy of the future and healthcare segments.
Camber launches generic Reyataz

The medication is indicated in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in adults and in pediatric patients.
Loblaw acquires Lifemark Health Group Français

With this acquisition, Loblaw through its wholly owned subsidiary Shoppers Drug Mart, adds to its growing role as a healthcare service provider, with a network of health-and-wellness solutions accessible in person and digitally.