New Products

NEW YORK — GoGo squeeZ has introduced its newest flavor of squeezable applesauce, the company said.

The company, which makes on-the-go applesauces aimed at children, announced the introduction of AppleMandarin. Other flavors include AppleApple, AppleCinnamon, ApplePeach, ApplePear, AppleCherry, AppleMango and others.

NOIDA, India — The Food and Drug Administration has approved drugs for depression and smoking cessation made by Jubilant Life Sciences, the company said.

Jubilant, based in India, announced the approval of generic bupropion hydrochloride extended-release tablets in the 100-mg, 150-mg and 200-mg strengths, and another bupropion hydrochloride extended-release tablet product in the 150-mg strength.

The first product is a generic version of GlaxoSmithKline's antidepressant Wellbutrin SR, while the second is a version of GSK's anti-smoking drug Zyban.

MINNEAPOLIS — A pharmacy chain based in Minnesota is offering a new mobile app and web portal for its retail customers under a partnership with San Francisco-based Mscripts, the chain said Tuesday.

Fairview Pharmacy Services, which runs about 30 retail pharmacies across the state and also specialty, compounding and mail-order facilities, said the new app would allow customers to scan and refill prescriptions, receive pickup and dosage reminders and locate stores and specials. Non-smartphone users will have a text-messaging option.

SAN ANTONIO — Mission Pharmacal Co. has announced the launch of prescription-only Aquoral, a dry-mouth relief oral spray that promises to moisten and lubricate the mouth for up to four hours.

SOUTH DEERFIELD, Mass. — The Yankee Candle Co. has introduced a new line of holiday-themed scented candles, the company said Monday.

The South Deerfield, Mass., announced the introduction of four new holiday-themed Yankee Candle fragrances and five Pure Radiance fragrances, also holiday-themed.

The company said the fragrances are designed to evoke nostalgia for baking holiday cookies and celebrating with loved ones. The candles are available at Yankee's more than 500 stores, as well as gift shops and other retailers.

PHILADELPHIA — The Food and Drug Administration has approved a pain drug made by Iroko Pharmaceuticals, Iroko said.

The drug maker announced the approval of Zorvolex (diclofenac) capsules for mild to moderate acute pain in adults. The drug is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, or NSAID, belonging to the same class as the common analgesic drug ibuprofen. Zorvolex was approved at dosage strengths 20% lower than currently available diclofenac products, the company said.

SILVER SPRING, Md. — The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new drug made by Actelion Pharmaceuticals for treating pulmonary arterial hypertension.

The agency announced the approval of Opsumit (macitentan) for adults with PAH, a chronic, progressive and debilitating disease caused by high blood pressure in the arteries that connect the heart to the lungs that can lead to death or the need for lung transplantation.

DARMSTADT, Germany — The Food and Drug Administration has approved a pre-filled injector pen made by EMD Serono for infertile women, the company said Friday.

The drug maker — the U.S. subsidiary of Germany's Merck Serono, so-called to distinguish it from U.S.-based Merck & Co. — announced the approval of Gonal-f RFF Redi-ject (follitropin alfa), a disposable pre-filled injector pen intended for injection under the skin of a liquid formulation of Gonal-f RFF. The pens will be available in the United States in December.