New Products

The one common denominator that will bring into focus all future visions on what retail pharmacy will look like 10 years from now is secure connectivity and big data. Successfully managing health at scale will be predicated on efficient population management algorithms that enable caregivers to successfully intercept patients before a health event occurs.

PricewaterhouseCooper’s Health Research institute, in its look at the biggest industry issues of 2016, found that 60% of patients would be willing to use their mobile device for a physician visit. The increased interest in telehealth comes as Mordor Intelligence projects the industry will be worth more than $34 billion by 2020, and as chains and independents look to telehealth solutions to connect patients to providers and pharmacy services in rural or underserved areas.

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — It’s already one of the better selling vitamins on the shelf with $135.1 million in sales on 19.6% growth across total U.S. multi-outlets, according to IRI for the 52 weeks ended May 15. But not a company to rest on its laurels, Bausch + Lomb introduced a new and improved PreserVision AREDS 2 Formula + Multivitamin.

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J. — Wipe technology has made big waves in facial cleansers. Simple Wipes were a big part of that growth. Now Unilever’s Simple has upped its game.

Joseph Juliano, VP marketing for analgesics, eye care and marketing services at Prestige Brands

Prestige Brands has introduced the first preservative-free eye drop in a multi-dose bottle in the United States with Clear Eyes Pure Relief. Drug Store News sat down with Joseph Juliano, VP marketing for analgesics, eye care and marketing services at Prestige Brands, to discuss the brand launch, along with trends impacting the overall eye care category.

DALLAS — Kimberly-Clark in April introduced the improved Depend Fit-Flex Underwear, which is now more flexible to move with one’s body, the company stated. And the Depend brand also introduced new Depend Night Defense Underwear for Women — an overnight absorbency brief specifically designed for nighttime use that features more absorbent material and more coverage for lightweight, heavy protection.

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CHICAGO — Last year, attendees couldn’t stop talking about the winner of the Discover Beauty award at Cosmoprof North America. That company was Static Nails, a reusable artificial nail. Now that talking has turned to purchasing with the line getting exposure in Sephora, Canada’s Murale and HSN. com. Created by Alexis Irene, Static Nails require only five minutes to apply and are easily removed and reusable. According to Irene, the nails can be worn 18 days straight or reapplied up to six separate times.