PHARMACY

Glenmark obtains FDA OK for generic Combigan
Generic Combigan is used for the reduction of intraocular pressure in patients with glaucoma who require additional IOP-lowering therapy.
Which are the worst states for mental health care?
For the second year in a row, Texas tops the list of worst states for mental health care, while Vermont ranks as the best.

NACDS Foundation sponsors 42nd Annual March of Dimes Gourmet Gala

The National Association of Chain Drug Stores Foundation returned for its eighth year as a Platinum Sponsor of the evening.
Camber debuts generic Banzel

Rufinamide Oral Suspension is indicated for adjunctive treatment of seizures associated with Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome in pediatric patients aged 1 year old and older, and in adults.
Hims & Hers Health offers GLP-1 injections

Hims & Hers has formed a partnership with a U.S. manufacturer of generic and 503B compounded injectable medications for lower cost GLP-1 injections.
Lupin receives FDA nod for generic Rydapt

Midostaurin Capsules are indicated to treat aggressive systemic mastocytosis, systemic mastocytosis with associated hematological neoplasm, or mast cell leukemia.
HTL-Strefa launches DropSafe Sicura, offers Droplet Micron

DropSafe Sicura is designed to eliminate needlestick injuries due to its fully passive safety mechanism.
GoodRx extends relationship with Kroger

Starting June 1, 2024, patients can present a GoodRx coupon at Kroger Family of Pharmacies to receive savings on generics.
IQVIA report sizes up medicine use, spending, immunization rates, drug shortages

In 2023, total prescription medicine use increased by 3% and reached 210 billion days of therapy, per IQVIA's Use of Medicines in the U.S. 2024 report.
Walgreens launches own brand of naloxone

Walgreens is launching its own brand of Naloxone HCI Nasal Spray, a medication used to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose if used in time.