New Products

PARIS — Sanofi US and its consumer health business Chattem on Monday unveiled plans to re-introduce the iconic Rolaids heartburn-relief brand to the U.S. market. The brand returns after a three-year hiatus in the marketplace and follows Chattem's acquisition of Rolaids earlier this year.  

PARSIPPANY, N.J. — Actavis has launched a generic drug for post-shingles pain under an agreement with the branded drug's manufacturers, the company said Monday.

Actavis announced the launch of generic lidocaine topical patches in the 5% strength under a settlement agreement with Endo Pharmaceuticals and Teikoku Seiyaku Co. The drug is a generic version of Lidoderm, and Actavis said it was likely the first company to win approval for the generic from the Food and Drug Administration, thus entitling it to 180 days in which to compete exclusively against the branded version.

PARSIPPANY, N.J. — Actavis has launched a generic version of an extended-release opioid painkiller, the company said.

The drug maker announced the launch of oxymorphone extended-release tablets in the 5-mg, 10-mg, 20-mg, 30-mg and 40-mg strengths. Actavis received approval for the drug in July.

The drug is a generic version of Endo's Opana ER. Endo is currently suing Actavis, alleging that Actavis' generic infringes some of its patents. The drug is used for around-the-clock pain relief.

Madison, N.J. — ChapStick, part of the Pfizer portfolio of consumer brands, on Friday announced a new lip balm with advanced moisturizing and anti-aging ingredients.

STAMFORD, Conn. — Nestea Iced Tea launched on Thursday a new portable, customizable drink innovation: Nestea Liquid Water Enhancer.

Nestea Liquid Water Enhancer is concentrated liquid made from real tea leaves, has zero calories and contains natural flavors. It's easy to use. Simply squeeze the desired amount of liquid concentrate into any glass or bottle of water, stir or shake, and the drink is ready.

CHICAGO — Contigo, an Ignite USA LLC brand, announced on Thursday a new reusable tumbler with a lid that snaps shut to ensure 100% leak-proof shaking and mixing to prepare on-the-go drinks and shakes.

BASEL, Switzerland — The Lonza Group recently launched its Alomune daily immune supplements into the U.S. market, backing the product with clinical trials that show the supplement helps improve the body’s natural defenses for optimized immune health. 

“Alomune works to naturally power your immune system and to keep it strong and more active,” stated Dan Johnston, brand spokesman.  

EMERYVILLE, Calif. — Clif on Thursday launched a new line of performance drinks: Clif Shot Electrolyte Hydration Drink Mix and Clif Shot Protein Recovery Drink Mix. In combination with Clif Shot Bloks and Clif Shot Energy Gel, the Clif Shot Portfolio now effectively covers athletes’ needs before, during and after activity.