PHARMACY

NACDS launches online resource to aid states, pharmacies in optimizing care
The online NACDS Optimizing Care Process Guide is intended to advance pharmacy care for patients, the organization said.
Biologics by McKesson to exclusively distribute Cablivi
Biologics by McKesson is expanding its specialty pharmacy’s footprint beyond oncology.

Jazz Pharmaceuticals gets FDA nod for Sunosi

Sunosi provides a treatment for obstructive sleep apnea and narcolepsy patients with excessive daytime sleepiness.
FDA approves new indication for Roche’s Tecentriq

Tecentriq is the first cancer immunotherapy approved for the initial treatment of extensive-stage small-cell lung cancer
A piece of the pie: Independents build new business models

Drug Store News looks at how independent community pharmacies stay competitive in the face of unprecedented pressures in the form of national chain competitors and a drug-pricing system that’s stacked against them.
PTCB expands credentialing programs for advanced technician roles

The PTCB is rolling out five new assessment-based certificate programs and a CPhT-Adv credential.
higi adds Singer as group vice president of network alliances

Singer's role will include expanding higi's consumer engagement programs.
CoverMyMeds: Prior authorization scripts get filled faster when submitted electronically

Adoption of electronic prior authorization solutions leads to faster time to therapy for patients and improved dispense rates, according to CoverMyMeds' Electronic Prior Authorization National Adoption Scorecard and the Real-Time Benefit Check National Adoption Scorecard.
FDA gives tentative nod for Perrigo’s generic Finacea

Finacea foam had a market value of roughly $62 million for the 12 months ended January 2019.
AAM names Karin Hessler assistant general counsel

Karin Hessler will focus on Hatch-Waxman, biosimilar and pharmaceutical patent issues.