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August 14, 2012
NuSirt Sciences debuts NuShape, NuControl

NuSirt Sciences last week released a weight management product called NuShape and a product for healthy blood sugar called NuControl.

August 13, 2012
FDA approves Genentech's Lucentis for diabetic macular edema

Regulators have approved a biotech drug made by Genentech for treating a complication related to diabetes.

August 13, 2012
FDA approves Sanofi voice-guided auto-injector for allergic reactions

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a voice-guided injection device made by Sanofi for severe allergic reactions, the drug maker said Monday.

August 10, 2012
Mylan launches generic sleep disorder, bipolar disorder drugs

Mylan has launched a generic drug used to treat sleep disorders, the company said Friday.

August 9, 2012
FDA approves new leukemia drug

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new drug for treating a rare type of leukemia, the agency said Thursday.

August 9, 2012
Sagent Pharmaceuticals launches oxaliplatin

Drug maker Sagent Pharmaceuticals has launched a generic chemotherapy drug, the company said Thursday.

August 8, 2012
FDA approves morphine sulfate oral solution

The Food and Drug Administration has approved an oral painkiller made by Perrigo, the drug maker said Wednesday.

August 7, 2012
GNC, Mark Wahlberg debut new sports, active nutrition product line

A new line of performance nutrition products developed by leading GNC scientists and wellness experts in partnership with actor Mark Wahlberg has made its debut.

August 7, 2012
Nordic Naturals launches Nordic Omega-3 Jellies for kids

Nordic Naturals has introduced a new kid-friendly line of supplements.

August 6, 2012
FDA approves generic versions of asthma, allergy drug

The Food and Drug Administration has approved several generic versions of a drug used to treat asthma and allergies, the agency said Friday.

August 6, 2012
FDA approves Sanofi drug for colorectal cancer

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new drug for treating colorectal cancer that has spread to other parts of the body, the agency said Friday.

August 6, 2012
Sandoz launches generic psoriasis treatment

Sandoz has launched a generic version of a topical medication used to treat psoriasis, the company said.

August 2, 2012
FDA approves ingestible sensor for medication adherence monitoring

Big Doctor is watching you — to make sure you're taking your drugs as prescribed, that is.

August 1, 2012
FDA approves Watson asthma generic

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a generic drug designed to treat asthma in children.

July 30, 2012
Stiefel launches Sorilux foam

Stiefel, a GlaxoSmithKline company, announced the availability of Sorilux foam by prescription.

July 27, 2012
FDA approves Rayos

Horizon Pharma announced it has received regulatory approval from the Food and Drug Administration for one of its drugs.

July 27, 2012
Mylan launches antifungal drug

Mylan has launched a generic drug for treating fungal infections, the drug maker said Friday.

July 26, 2012
Qualitest gets FDA OK for generic Keppra XR

Qualitest Pharmaceuticals announced that it has received approval from the Food and Drug Administration for its generic version of an epilepsy treatment.

July 25, 2012
BD introduces smaller needle for highly viscous drugs

A division of Becton, Dickinson and Co. has introduced a thin-walled needle for injecting highly viscous drug formulations.

July 25, 2012
J&J unit launches medication adherence app

A subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson has launched a mobile medication adherence application that it said can be used for any prescription or over-the-counter medication or supplement.

July 25, 2012
Sagent launches generic antibiotic

Sagent Pharmaceuticals has launched a generic antibiotic, the company said.

July 24, 2012
FDA approves new COPD drug

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new drug made by Forest Labs for treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, the agency said.

July 23, 2012
FDA approves Afinitor for advanced breast cancer

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new use for a Novartis cancer drug.

July 23, 2012
FDA approves blood cancer drug

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new drug for treating multiple myeloma, the agency said Friday.

July 19, 2012
FDA clears Accu-Chek Combo, a blood-glucose meter and insulin pump device

Roche on Wednesday announced that it has received clearance from the Food and Drug Administration for its Accu-Chek Combo system for insulin pump therapy.

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