Sandra Levy
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- 7/26/2020
ScripTalk survey: Talking labels boost med safety for visually impaired patients
A new survey shows that after using ScripTalk, no participating patients experienced a medication error related to mixing up medications or taking the wrong medication/dosage. - 7/26/2020
Trump issues executive orders aimed at lowering drug prices
President Donald Trump issued four executive orders Friday, largely focused on bringing down drug costs, which split the industry in terms of reactions. - 7/23/2020
NACDS Foundation selects 2020-2021 faculty scholars
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores Foundation has chosen five faculty members from pharmacy schools and colleges nationwide to participate in the 2020-2021 Faculty Scholars Program. - 7/23/2020
Hikma releases dacarbazine
Dacarbazine for injection had a market value of roughly $2 million for the 12 months ended May 2020, according to IQVIA. - 7/23/2020
FDA gives Lupin tentative nod for generic Glyxambi
Empagliflozin and linagliptin tablets are indicated as an adjunct to diet and exercise to improve glycemic control in adults with Type 2 diabetes mellitus. - 7/23/2020
NACDS urges pharmacy policies to remain amid COVID-19
The president and CEO of the National Association of Chain Drug Stores, Steve Anderson, penned a letter encouraging states to maintain policies that help pharmacies meet patients’ needs during the COVID-19 pandemic and in anticipation of flu season. - 7/22/2020
Schnucks appoints new chief merchant
Ryan Cuba, who has served as Schnuck Markets' chief business development and transformation officer, now will lead the company's merchandising department. - 7/22/2020
APhA asks pharmacists, techs to lobby Congress for provider status
The American Pharmacists Association is urging pharmacists and technicians to tell lawmakers to authorize pharmacists as healthcare providers under Medicare Part B for COVID-19 testing and/or influenza on an emergency basis. - 7/22/2020
Lannett launches generic Mexitil
Mexiletine hydrochloride capsules had a market value of about $16 million for the 12 months ended May 2020, according to IQVIA. - 7/21/2020
Hy-Vee makes big mask distribution push
Hy-Vee is providing over 3 million free masks to customers as it kicks off “Mask It Up To Shut COVID Down. It’s Your Choice” initiative.
