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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.

July 18, 2012
Dr. Reddy's launches generic version of Lipitor

Dr. Reddy's Labs has launched a generic version of a popular cholesterol drug.

July 18, 2012
FDA approves weight-loss drug

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new weight-loss drug made by Vivus, the agency said.

July 18, 2012
Premama launches prenatal supplement drink mix

Premama recently launched its patent-pending prenatal supplement in drink form. The flavorless Premama mix can be added to flavored drinks and foods.

July 18, 2012
Teva launches ADHD drug

Teva Pharmaceuticals has introduced a generic drug for treating attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, the company said.

July 16, 2012
Par subsidiary gets FDA nod for hypertension drug

A subsidiary of Par Pharmaceutical Cos. acquired earlier this year has received its first Food and Drug Administration approval.

July 16, 2012
Sanofi Pasteur begins shipping Fluzone in U.S. for 2012-2013 season

Sanofi Pasteur has begun shipping the first lots of its influenza vaccine for the 2012-2013 season.

July 13, 2012
FDA approves generic emergency contraceptive

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a generic contraceptive made by Watson Pharmaceuticals, the drug maker said Friday.

July 13, 2012
Vitalah launches effervescent nutritional supplement

Vitalah on Wednesday launched a seven-count box of Oxylent — now formulated without sugar and touting zero calories — that is available in three flavors: sparkling berries, sparkling blackberry pomegranate and sparkling mandarin.

July 12, 2012
FDA approves Watson arthritis drug

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a generic drug for arthritis made by Watson Pharmaceuticals, the company said.

July 11, 2012
Hangover Joe launches Hangover Recovery Shot featuring WB's 'Hangover' movie license

Hangover Joe's on Wednesday announced the launch of its Hangover Recovery Shot, an officially licensed product of Warner Bros.' "The Hangover" movie.

July 9, 2012
Nonprescription weight-loss drug Alli making return to drug store shelves

GlaxoSmithKline on Monday issued an email blast to registrants of its MyAlli.com site that Alli will be making its way back to store shelves later this month.

July 5, 2012
Cool Off personal cooling towelette makes retail debut

A personal cooling towelette has entered the market.

July 5, 2012
FDA approves generic version of Lyrica

The Food and Drug Administration has approved Lupin Pharmaceuticals' generic version of a drug used to treat pain and seizure disorders.

July 3, 2012
FDA approves Lupin contraceptive

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a generic contraceptive drug made by Lupin Pharmaceuticals, the company said Tuesday.

July 3, 2012
FDA approves OTC HIV test

The Food and Drug Administration has approved over-the-counter sales of a test for the virus that causes AIDS, the agency said Tuesday.

July 3, 2012
Mylan launches generic bipolar disorder, allergy treatments

Mylan has launched generic versions of two drugs to treat bipolar disorder and allergies, the company said Tuesday.

July 2, 2012
Dr. Reddy's launches generic Boniva

Dr. Reddy's has launched a drug designed to prevent and treat osteoporosis.

July 2, 2012
New Cold-Eeze Daytime/Nighttime QuickMelt tablets enter market

ProPhase Labs has expanded its Cold-Eeze brand.

June 28, 2012
Botanical Labs launches gluten-free protein liquid supplement

Botanical Labs on Wednesday launched its certified gluten-free Protein Complete liquid dietary supplement that is fortified with 10 g of protein per 1-oz. serving.

June 28, 2012
FDA approves overactive bladder drug made by Astellas

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new drug for treating overactive bladder made by Astellas Pharma, the agency said Thursday.

June 28, 2012
Mylan launches thiamine-deficiency drug

Mylan has launched a generic drug for treating thiamine deficiency, the company said Thursday.

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