Reckitt Benckiser to launch nighttime cold and flu relief under Mucinex umbrella
Michael JohnsenReckitt Benckiser will be launching a product for nighttime cold and flu relief in both liquid and tablet form, the company's CEO told investors Monday morning. read more
View ArticleActavis challenges J&J patent on pain drug
Alaric DeArmentActavis hopes to become the first to market a generic drug for treating chronic pain, the company said.read more
View ArticleCHPA endorses legislation to restore OTC inclusion in FSA and HSA plans...
Michael JohnsenThe Consumer Healthcare Products Association endorsed the Restoring Access to Medication Act (H.R. 2835), which would repeal a requirement enacted into law as part of the Patient...
View ArticleNestlé Coffee-Mate introduces limited-edition Girl Scout cookie flavor creamers
Jason OwenNestlé Coffee-Mate announced a licensing agreement with Girl Scouts of the USA to bring two popular Girl Scout cookie flavors to its line of coffee creamers.read more
View ArticleDr. Reddy's launches generic Alzheimer's disease drug
Alaric DeArmentDr. Reddy's Labs has launched a generic drug used to treat Alzheimer's disease, the company said.
View ArticleActavis lowers acetaminophen dosage in painkiller drugs
Alaric DeArmentActavis is launching new formulations of a drug used to treat tension headaches, the company said Monday.read more
View ArticleNACDS Foundation, Community Pharmacy Foundation partner on medication...
Antoinette AlexanderThe Community Pharmacy Foundation and the National Association of Chain Drug Stores Foundation announced on Monday that they will work together to evaluate the impact on patient...
View ArticlePfizer to form three business segments for branded, generic drugs
Alaric DeArmentDrug maker Pfizer is planning to split its commercial division into three business lines that will separate its branded and generic products, the company said Monday.read more
View ArticleRite Aid launches marketing campaign for Wellness65+
Alaric DeArmentRite Aid is launching a marketing campaign centered around its new extension to the Wellness+ loyalty card program aimed at seniors, the retail pharmacy chain said.read more
View ArticleGNC names new EVP business development
Michael JohnsenGNC on Monday named Carmine Fortino EVP business development. Fortino comes to GNC from Atrium Innovations, a Canadian natural health products company, where he was president. Fortino...
View ArticleNutrisystem dedicates senior executive resources against retail expansion...
Michael JohnsenNutrisystem feels it has a role to play in helping Americans meet their health-and-wellness goals, the company's chief executive shared with analysts on Tuesday.read more
View ArticlePro-Lab launches Allergen Test Kit to identify allergens in the home
Michael JohnsenPro-Lab on Monday extended its line of self-care test kits to include the new Allergen Test Kit. read more
View ArticleCDC study: Flow restrictors likely effective in reducing accidental overdose...
Michael JohnsenIn a study scheduled for publication in the Journal of Pediatrics, researchers found that adding flow restrictors to bottles can limit the amount of liquid medication a child could...
View ArticleNutraFana Pharmaceuticals launches children's FloraTummys Probiotic Sprinkles
Michael JohnsenNutraFana Pharmaceuticals recently launched a probiotic formulated specifically for children called FloraTummys Probiotic Sprinkles.read more
View ArticleGiant-Carlisle rolls out new design to Bensalem, Pa., store
Alaric DeArmentA newly remodeled Giant Food Stores location includes an expanded selection of gluten-free items and digital kiosks for finding savings and placing orders.read more
View ArticleStudy: Breast-fed babies smarter at ages 3 and 7 years
Michael JohnsenBreastfeeding longer is associated with better receptive language at 3 years of age and verbal and nonverbal intelligence at age 7 years, according to a study published by JAMA...
View ArticleCalif.-based online start-up offers acne consultations, e-prescriptions
Alaric DeArmentA new website for young people with acne allows them to receive online dermatology consultations and receive prescriptions.read more
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DSN previews Rite Aid Wellness65+ TV spot
Alaric DeArmentAs reported in DSN Monday, Rite Aid is launching a nationwide marketing campaign around Wellness65+, the latest extension to its Wellness+ loyalty card program, aimed at seniors.read more
View ArticleYankee Candle announces new fragrances for Fall 2013
Jason OwenThe Yankee Candle Company Inc. announced the launch of six new Yankee Candle fragrances and three new fragrances in its contemporary Pure Radiance line for Fall 2013.read more
View ArticleU.S. craft brewers see continued growth through first half of 2013
Jason OwenAccording to mid-year data released by the Brewers Association, American craft brewing continued to see sustained growth through the first half of 2013.read more
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