New Products

ALLEGAN, Mich. — The Food and Drug Administration has approved a drug made by Perrigo Co. for treating heart disease, the company said Monday.

The FDA approved Perrigo's nitroglycerin lingual spray in the 400-mcg-per-spray strength. The drug is used to relieve attacks of or prevent angina pectoris due to coronary artery disease.

PRINCETON, N.J. — Sandoz has launched an authorized generic drug for treating a disease commonly known as pre-leukemia, the company said on Monday.

 PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. — St. Joseph Health Products was honored with "Best New Product" distinction here by retailers attending the ECRM Health Care EPPS. 

The new product is St. Joseph Rapid Dissolving Melts low-dose aspirin, a new delivery format that will hold appeal among pill-phobic seniors looking to take a low-dose aspirin daily for heart health. 

MINONG, Wis. — Jack Link's announced this month two new limited-edition snacks that draw inspiration from global cuisines in Southeast Asia and Latin America.

Jack Link's new Sriracha beef and Burrito beef jerky are the latest additions to the Jack Link's line of meat snacks.

JERUSALEM — Teva Pharmaceutical Industries has launched a generic drug for treating cardiovascular disease, the company said.

Teva announced the launch of niacin extended-release tablets in the 500-mg, 750-mg and 1,000-mg strengths. As the first company to file for approval of the drug, Teva will have 180 days in which to market the generic version exclusively.

SILVER SPRING, Md. — The Food and Drug Administration will not enforce regulatory requirements for most mobile medical apps because they "post minimal risk to consumers," the agency said Monday.

The FDA announced the issuance of guidance on the apps, saying it would adopt a "tailored policy" toward regulation, focusing its regulatory oversight on those apps that present greater risk if they do not work as intended.

NORWELL, Mass. — Carex Health Brands recently introduced a new, box-style, bright light therapy lamp to its line of Day-Light therapeutic products. 

PARSIPPANY, N.J. — Birds Eye, part of the Pinnacle Foods brand portfolio, announced on Friday a line of new pre-made, blended vegetable varieties for quick meal-time preparation.

Birds Eye Recipe Ready vegetable blends are ideal for use in stir-fry dishes, fajitas and tacos and go well with chicken, pasta, hamburgers and more, the company stated.